TABLE 3.
Suggested topics for more training/experience, as reported by participants (n = 21 respondents)a.
| n | %b | |
| Phylogenetics and other advanced bioinformatics analysis | 8 | 38 |
| Metagenomics for pathogen discovery | 4 | 19 |
| De novo assembly | 4 | 19 |
| Linux OS/cluster | 4 | 19 |
| MiSeq loading and run evaluation | 3 | 14 |
| Bacterial genomics | 3 | 14 |
| Pipeline development (including open source bioinformatic tools) | 3 | 14 |
| Sequence assembly | 2 | 10 |
| Read QC | 2 | 10 |
| Library prep | 1 | 5 |
| 16s and 18s molecular analysis | 1 | 5 |
| Sample pre-processing | 1 | 5 |
| Bioinformatic experimental design | 1 | 5 |
| SNP detection and variant calling | 1 | 5 |
| Sample sheet prep | 1 | 5 |
| Reference mapping | 1 | 5 |
| Plasmid sequencing | 1 | 5 |
| Recombination detection | 1 | 5 |
| Comparative genomics | 1 | 5 |
| Outbreak investigations | 1 | 5 |
aDerived from open question: “What topic would you like more training/experience in (if any)?”. bSome participants indicated more than one line item of information. QC, quality control.