1. General Guidelines

   • Number and target species of reference genomes

   • Overview of sample requirements

2. Sample Preparation

   • Specimen requirements for HMW-DNA isolation for reference genome sequencing

   • Specimen requirements for RNA isolation for gene annotations

3. Shipment of Reference Genome DNA and RNA Samples

   • Packing guidelines

   • Shipping destinations

Note: Reference genome assemblies may be prioritized for projects that also have corresponding WGS complete.

Click here to download our Reference Genome Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Describes the CCGP reference genome specimen requirements for samples collected for DNA isolation and for RNA isolations.

Reference Genome Tissue Metadata Form (PDF)

To submit tissues for reference genome generation, please complete this form.

FAQ

Do you have a list of which species are where in the reference genome sequencing/assembly process?

Yes. You can find our tracking page here, but also feel free to reach out to Courtney Miller (courtneymiller@ucla.edu) if you would like more specific updates.

Where can I find information on the genome assembly pipeline and methods?

Information on the genome assembly pipeline and methods can be found here. If you have further questions, please contact Merly Escalona (mmescalo@ucsc.edu).

Can we get the PacBio and Omni-C reads as well for our own use?

 Yes. We will work with the individual PIs/labs to coordinate data transfer. Please contact Merly Escalona (mmescalo@ucsc.edu).