| Title |
Computer Skills for Biological Research: Introduction to GNU/Linux and Bash Scripting
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| Dates |
Feb 9-13, 2026 |
| Lang |
Workshop language is English |
| Responsible |
Mathias Currat |
| Organizer(s) |
Dr Jose Manuel Nunes, UNIGE
Dr Mathias Currat, UNIGE |
| Speakers |
- Dr Mathias Currat, UNIGE
- Dr Jose Manuel Nunes, UNIGE
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| Description |
This course introduces essential computational tools and techniques for early-career researchers in biology, building upon basic computer skills typically acquired at the undergraduate level. It focuses on the GNU/Linux command line (BASH) and scripting tools, which provide powerful and efficient means for data manipulation, automating file formatting and computations, and leveraging high-performance computing clusters. The course is designed for both beginners and more experienced users, with a progressive increase in complexity over four days. While prior experience in computing or programming is helpful, it is not required.
Part 1 covers the fundamentals of shell commands for handling text files, regular expressions, pipes, and simple scripts.
Part 2 focuses on writing more advanced scripts and performing hands-on exercises using a computing cluster.
By the end of the course, participants are expected to:
1/ Work confidently in shell environments and write shell scripts;
2/ Manipulate data files and perform file format conversions;
3/ Read and write basic regular expressions;
4/ Use GNU/Linux-based computing clusters.
The course provides essential theoretical foundations for each topic but emphasizes hands-on practice through numerous applied exercises. The training is designed to develop practical autonomy in handling and analyzing data, equipping participants with skills directly relevant to research in biology. |
| Location |
UNIGE, Sciences II, room 4-457
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| Information |
When?
Feb 9-13, 2026
Starts at 9:15 AM on Monday 9
Where?
University of Geneva - Sc.II, 4th floor, room 4-457
Questions?
@: ecologie-evolution(@)cuso.ch |
| Expenses |
Travel
PhD students of the CUSO DPEE are eligible for the reimbursement of incurred travel expenses by train (half-fare card, 2nd class). Claims can be done online via MyCUSO when the activity is over.
Fees
CUSO members: Free |
| Registration |
Deadline for registration: 01.01.2026
Important! >> Late cancellations (after 01.01.2025) or 'no-show': 100 CHF administrative fee |
| Places |
8 |
| Deadline for registration |
01.01.2026 |
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