Genomics and Transcriptomics
OPAL offers a comprehensive suite of leading-edge genomics and transcriptomics services powered by short- and long-read sequencing technologies.
We support end-to-end sequencing workflows, from DNA and RNA extraction and purification to library preparation, sequencing and bioinformatics.
We are proud to support projects of all sizes from amplicons to whole genome sequencing, as well as transcriptome analyses yielding insights into the identity and abundance of RNA transcripts from a range of sources.
Our genomics and transcriptomics platforms include instruments from PacBio (Revio), Illumina (NovaSeq 6000, MiSeq) and Element BioScience (AVITI).
Applications

- PacBio Revio HiFi long read
- Longplex multiplexing for PacBio
- Element AVITI short read
- Illumina short read
- Genotyping by targeted sequencing
- Skim-seq genotyping
- RNA-seq
- Kinnex full-length RNA
- Iso-seq
- Shotgun metagenomics
- Targeted panel
- Hi-C (chromosomal conformation capture)
Instruments
GIFS is committed to maintaining the highest operational standards. Sequencing specifications and performance can vary from that of the original equipment manufacturer. For user guidelines and recommended applications to support optimal results, Contact Us.
The Illumina NovaSeq 6000 provides short-read sequencing, generating up to 6 Tb or 20 billion reads in 48 hours with dual flow cell load.
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The Illumina MiSeq is a benchtop sequencer. With a 15 GB output per run and a maximum library size of 600 bp it’s ideal for small projects, including small genomes, target sequencing, amplicon sequencing and more.
HiFi reads from the Revio provide long-range information with high-base accuracy, resulting in data for high-quality plant, animal and microbial genome assemblies through a single cost-effective technology. View specifications >>
The Element AVITI is a cutting-edge benchtop sequencing instrument designed to deliver flexibility, affordability, and high data quality. Scale run output to suit virtually any application, from 100 million to 2 billion reads per run. View specifications >>