Single-Cell Genomics

If the 2010s were the decade when next-generation sequencing entered the mainstream and came to dominate genomic research, the 2020s are the decade of single-cell genomics (SCG). 

Although the UMGC has been providing SCG technologies at the UMN since we acquired a Fluidigm C1 platform in 2014 (96 single cells at a time), it is only in the past five years that the tools have matured enough – in terms of scale, robustness, and informatic support – to grab the attention of the mainstream. Experiments now routinely query tens to hundreds of thousands of individual cells in parallel with new SCG technologies evolving rapidly. The UMGC continuously assesses new SCG technologies to broaden applications for researchers. 

Our comprehensive SCG service offers:  

• Access to 10X Genomics Chromium, Parse Evercode, and Mission Bio Tapestri technologies. 
• Dedicated, highly-trained SCG scientists who work closely with researchers to understand their project-specific requirements and provide expert guidance. 
• Faster and more affordable downstream sequencing options.
• Self-service options in the UMGC CoLab with after-hours access to SCG instruments.
• Access to cell preparatory instruments to ensure that input material is of the highest quality possible.

Start a Project

Whether a researcher is new to single-cell sequencing or one of our experienced users, we can help determine which single-cell technology will best meet your experimental goals. Contact us at single-cell@umn.edu for project consultation.