The HSLS Molecular Biology Information Service is dedicated to providing resources through software procurement, implementation, and training, empowering biomedical scientists to solve their research questions. Known as “HSLS MolBio,” our service has supported Pitt researchers since 2002.
What We Offer
At HSLS MolBio, we operate with a comprehensive four-facet approach:
- Software Solutions: We identify and procure institutional licenses for commercial bioinformatics software, providing complimentary access to the Pitt research community. HSLS-licensed software operates through user-friendly graphical interfaces, eliminating the need for prior programming experience.
- Hands-On Workshops: Our workshops cover a wide spectrum of emerging bioinformatics and data science-related topics, from bulk and single-cell RNA-Seq data analysis to pathway enrichment and gene expression visualization, from R and Python coding to NIH All of Us biobank data analysis. Whether you’re new to bioinformatics or looking to deepen your skills, our sessions are tailored to meet your specific needs.
- Personalized Consultations: Need expert advice on software, databases, or writing R/Python scripts? Our team offers one-on-one consultations, ensuring you get the support necessary to navigate through your research challenges.
- Web Tools and Resources: Explore our web portal featuring user-friendly tools like Search.bioPreprint, which scours preprints for the latest unpublished biomedical research. We also offer Search.Databases/Tools and Search.Protocols to streamline your search for molecular biology databases, software tools, and experimental protocols.
Meet Our Experts
Ansuman Chattopadhyay, Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry, leads the HSLS MolBio team. Sri Chaparala, Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology, provides consultations and training on next-gen sequencing analysis and other bioinformatics resources. Alexis Cenname, Master of Science in Biostatistics, provides consultations and training focusing on R/Python scriptwriting and projects using the All of Us Researcher Workbench.
Stay Connected
To stay updated on the latest developments and offerings from HSLS MolBio, subscribe to our blog, What’s New @ HSLS MolBio. Dive deeper into our services through our published works in journals like Briefings in Bioinformatics and Journal of the Medical Library Association.
~Ansuman Chattopadhyay