The spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza A virus (HPAIV) of subtype H5N1 demands fast and reliable methods for in-depth, full-length sequence analysis. For this purpose, we designed a simple and sensitive method for the preparation of sequencing libraries from H5N1 HPAIV diagnostic RNA samples for sequencing with the Genome Sequencer FLX instrument. The method presented seamlessly integr...

Chloroplast DNA in higher plants exist as closed circular molecules of about 150 kb (±30), usually presenting inverted repeat sequences separating two single copy regions [1]. It is available the complete chloroplast genomes of around 13 higher plants species available in the gene bank. Our group has completely sequenced the sugarcane chloroplast DNA which is 141182 nucleotides in size. We have...

We present the research process of the Virage project and its main achievement : a sequencer for authoring and performing interactive intermedia scenarios. This two year long project addressed the question of authoring and controlling interactive scenarios dealing with several heterogeneous digital media, in the context of the performing arts. We show here how we adapted a theoretical backgroun...

A realization of multiple-output logic functions using a RAM and a sequencer is presented. First, a multiple-output function is represented by an encoded characteristic function for non-zeros (ECFN). Then, it is represented by a cascade of look-up tables (LUTs). And finally, the cascade is simulated by a RAM and a sequencer. Multiple-output functions for benchmark functions are realized by casc...

Introduction: Parallel transmission (Tx) generalizes conventional Tx and RF shimming, offering extra degrees of freedom and significant opportunities for optimizing Tx performance, improving pulse design trade-off, and leveraging new coil concepts. The present work of developing a 32 Tx-channel system reflects an interest in 1) exploring the opportunities thoroughly and acquiring insights to th...