Start a Project

All RITTC Sequencing Core projects begin with an initial inquiry and consultation. This helps us determine whether the requested service is appropriate for your samples, experimental design, timeline, and analysis goals.

Step 1: Submit an Initial Inquiry

Complete the initial inquiry form to provide basic project information.

After submission, the core will contact you to schedule a consultation.

Step 2: Attend a 30-Minute Consultation

During the consultation, we will discuss:

• Project goals

• Experimental design

• Sample requirements

• Replicate structure

• Sequencing depth

• Timeline

• Expected deliverables

• Bioinformatics needs

• Potential technical risks

This consultation is required before sample submission.

Step 3: Complete the Sample Submission Form

After the consultation, you will receive:

• A project ID

• Sample submission form

• Sample preparation instructions

• Initial quote

The sample submission form collects detailed information required for project tracking, wet-lab processing, and bioinformatics analysis.

Step 4: Submit Samples and Signed Quote

Projects begin after the core receives:

• Completed sample submission form

• Signed quote

• Properly labeled samples

Samples should not be submitted before consultation unless explicitly approved by the core.

Step 5: Sample Receipt and QC

After samples are received, core staff will document sample receipt and perform intake QC. If sample quality, quantity, labeling, or metadata issues are identified, the core will contact the submitting investigator before proceeding.

Step 6: Library Preparation and Sequencing Approval

Libraries will be prepared according to the agreed service plan. Library QC results will be reviewed before sequencing. In some cases, user approval may be requested before sequencing proceeds.

Step 7: Data Delivery and Results Consultation

After sequencing and analysis are complete, the core will provide access to project deliverables and offer a 30-minute results review consultation.

Additional analysis beyond the standard deliverables may be requested and billed separately.