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Is your biodata critical?
A new international search for critical Global Core BioData Resources has just been announced. BioCommons is offering a related panel discussion to explore the development and sustainability of biodata resources.
Global Life Science Data Infrastructures at the 20th RDA Plenary
The upcoming Research Data Alliance plenary will include the “Infrastructure supporting the FAIR data principles in life science research practice” session, co-hosted by the RDA Life Science Data Infrastructures Interest Group which Australian BioCommons co-chairs with colleagues from the USA, Europe and Africa). Virtual attendance is warmly welcomed.
Collaboration brings better human data sharing
Members of the Human Genomes Platform Project recently met in Sydney to enhance capability for securely and responsibly sharing human genome research data nationally and internationally.
We did it: the 1st BioHackathon Europe - Australian Outpost
A group of researchers and research infrastructure specialists came together in Melbourne last month to work through the night with international peers for the inaugural Australian Outpost of the BioHackathon Europe.
Bioinformatics training needs of Australian researchers
The results of the National Bioinformatics Training Needs survey provide a glimpse into the training needs of Australian life science researchers and serve as a platform for the discussion and prioritisation of bioinformatics training in Australia.
BioCommons helps to identify Global Core BioData Resources
The initial list of critical Global Core Data Resources has been published by the Global BioData Coalition. Read about the process for identifying these resources and how BioCommons represents Australia in this international activity.
Memories of Simon Gladman from his workmates
Simon Gladman’s colleagues and friends have been sharing their your memories, photos and thoughts about Simon.
BioCommons activities at COMBINE and ABACBS conferences
The BioCommons team are sponsoring and attending the ABACBS Conference and are looking forward to hearing about the latest developments in bioinformatics and computational biology nationally and internationally.
Bioinformatics training and education brings Jason Williams to Australia
The BioCommons is excited to bring Jason Williams to Australia as an international speaker at the ABACBS Conference and for a range of discussions and workshops on bioinformatics training.
Remembering Simon Gladman
It is with much sadness we share that our great friend and colleague, Simon Gladman, has died suddenly. We invite you to share your memories, photos and thoughts about Simon so we can create a tribute webpage to remember Simon and the valuable contributions he made.