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Center for Genome Technology

John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics (HIHG)

Contact Information

For more information or to request a quote, contact us. We welcome all inquiries and look forward to serving your research needs.
Phone: 305-243-5248 Email
Welcome to the Center for Genome Technology (CGT), a part of the Hussman Institute for Human Genomics (HIHG) located at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Led by Director Jacob McCauley, Ph.D. and Associate Director, Anthony Griswold , Ph.D., the CGT is dedicated to advancing scientific research by providing cutting-edge genomics services and expertise. Our mission is to empower scientists, researchers, and students with the tools and expertise needed to unlock the mysteries of genetics and genomics. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or new to the field, our facility offers a range of services to meet your needs.

About Us

  • Established in 2007: With a rich history spanning close to two decades, we have been at the forefront of genomics research, supporting groundbreaking studies across various disciplines.
  • Comprehensive Services: Our facility offers a wide range of genomic technologies and services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our scientific community.
  • State-of-the-Art Equipment: We house many of the platforms integral to genomic research including the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus, Pacific Biosciences Revio, Oxford Nanopore PromethION, 10x Genomics Chromium X and more.
  • Expertise: Our team of skilled scientists provides personalized consultation, experiment design guidance, and data analysis support.
  • Integration: We work closely with the HIHG Center for Genetic Epidemiology and Statistical Genetics  to support experimental design and bioinformatic analysis of your data

What We Offer

  1. Biorepository Core Services : Our biorepository offers centralized services for the collection, processing, storage, and distribution of biospecimens. Whether you need archival storage, sample retrieval, tissue culture or downstream processing, our team ensures the highest quality standards.
  2. Next Generation Sequencing Core Services: Leverage the power of the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus, PacBio Revio, Oxford Nanopore PromethION, and the 10X Genomic Chromium X high-throughput, accurate, sequencing spanning a wide array of applications. Whether you’re investigating short or long read whole genomes, targeted exomes, RNA or epigenomics, our team ensures data quality and reliability.
  3. Genotyping Core Services: Unravel genetic variation with Illumina BeadArray-based genotyping services. Whether you’re deciphering population genetics or investigating disease-associated variants, our genotyping services provide critical insights.

Contact Us

Feel free to reach out for more information or to discuss your specific project needs.

Reach out to our team at cgtservices@miami.edu