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Parse Single Cell Grant Application – Information Session

Single Cell Grant Application - Information Session

Join this webinar to learn about the Parse Biosciences Single-Cell Grant and how researchers can access Evercode™ single-cell technology.

This session is designed for researchers who are new to Parse Biosciences and are interested in applying for the grant.

What we’ll cover:

  1. Overview of modern single-cell sequencing approaches

  2. Details of the Parse Biosciences grant program

  3. Eligibility and evaluation criteria

  4. What makes a strong grant application

Attendance is strongly recommended for anyone planning to apply, as the session will include important guidance and updates related to the application process. A recording will be available for registered participants.

Registration is free.

BiOptic Customisable Fragment Analysis

Cost-Effective Customisable Fragment Analysis.


Customisable Qsep solutions for genomics labs — up to 4x more cost-effective with faster turnaround times than traditional systems.

Bioptic

Scott Coutts

Clinical Field Application Scientist

Jiyoti Verma

Field Application Scientist

Fragment analysis shouldn’t slow your research down.

Many genomics labs and core facilities struggle with:


How about custom-configured Qsep bio-fragment analysers?

Decode Science provides custom-configured Qsep bio-fragment analysers designed for academic labs and core facilities that need:

A system configured to your workflow

Support to optimise how you run it

Lower operating costs without sacrificing performance

Backed by:

How It Works

1

Insert the gel cartridge

2

Load Sample & Buffer

3

Run Q- Analyser

Results in 2–7 minutes

Easy to operate: 3 mins to set up and start

No need for gel and sample preparation

High sensitivity: 5 pg/μl can be detected

High resolution: 1 to 4 bp resolution

Reliable sizing & quantitative result

Built for modern genomics workflows

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

NGS library QC

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

Genomic & plasmid DNA

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

Multiplex PCR

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

CRISPR workflows

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

Low concentration RNA (ctDNA / cfDNA)

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

SNP, RFLP, MDx

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

Protein profiling & antibody purity

NR1 Cartridge BiOptic

Total RNA QC & fragment analysis

Proof it works — Fast, Sensitive, Reliable (performance of Qsep platforms)

1. Reproducibility: run the same marker x 50

2. Stability: same sample run at 3 different time points

3. Resolution: 1~4bp can be resolved below 500bp

4. High Sensitivity: Standard cartridge can detect down to 2 pg/ul, the sensitivity of the high sensitivity cartridge can be up to 10 times higher than the standard cartridge

cfDNA / ctDNA High-Demand Application

cfDNA Quality Control

Ebru Boslem

ANZ Market Manager - Research Genomics

As the official distributor of BiOptic in Australia and New Zealand, Decode Science makes advanced fragment analysis easy to adopt.

We provide local access to custom-configured Qsep bio-fragment analysers, helping genomics labs and core facilities run faster, more cost-effective workflows — without paying for features they don’t use.

Reach out to me directly for more info or a quick call to discuss further.

Trusted by Genomics Labs
and Core Facilities

How Can Decode Science Help You?

1

Submit Your Custom Request

This will be looked at by our team

2

Decode Team Schedules Meeting

This meeting will be the first session to understand your requirements ever further

3

Guide with the solution

Decode Science team will prepare a guide and help with your installation/set up

4

Ongoing Support Provided

For future support, simply reach out to the Decode representative.

we’re here to all your questions


Qsep platforms combine high sensitivity, fast turnaround (2–7 mins per run), and flexible configurations (1 – 100+ samples) — all at a significantly lower cost than traditional systems. You get performance without paying for features you don’t need.

Qsep supports DNA, RNA, and protein applications, including: NGS library QC, multiplex PCR, CRISPR workflows, SNP, RFLP, MDx, total RNA QC, low-concentration RNA, and protein profiling/antibody analysis.

You can select:

  1. System configuration based on throughput needs

  2. Cartridge types for specific applications

  3. On-site FAS support and workflow consulting to align the system with your lab protocols

Typical run times are 2–7 minutes per sample depending on cartridge type and application. cfDNA / ctDNA runs can be as fast as 2–3 minutes per sample.

While we do not provide Demos, we ensure your lab heads are fully trained and supported, with ongoing Decode assistance for the first 3–6 months. Plus, our money-back guarantee means if you’re not satisfied, we’ll refund the instrument’s value.


Decode Science team
is well equipped to help you out.




    Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit

    Huber, H., Montoliu-Gaya, L., Brum, W.S. et al. A minimally invasive dried blood spot biomarker test for the detection of Alzheimer’s disease pathology. Nat Med (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-025-04080-0

    Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit

    The Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit is a validated, device-agnostic solution for extracting analytes from dried plasma and dried blood spot (DPS/DBS) samples for use with Simoa® assays. It enables consistent, reproducible recovery of low-abundance biomarkers while maintaining the femtogram-level sensitivity required for clinical and translational research.

    Designed to support decentralized and remote sample collection, the kit simplifies pre-analytical workflows without compromising data quality. It is well suited for longitudinal studies, multi-site trials, and settings where traditional venous sampling and cold-chain logistics are impractical.

    Key Features of the Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit

    Device-agnostic compatibility

    Validated across multiple dried plasma and dried blood spot collection devices, enabling consistent analyte recovery independent of collection format. This supports reliable data generation across decentralized, remote, and longitudinal study designs.

    Standardized, semi-automated workflow

    A harmonized extraction protocol controls critical pre-analytical variables, including elution conditions, centrifugation parameters, and buffer composition. This reduces operator- and site-dependent variability and improves reproducibility across batches and study sites.

    Preservation of analytical sensitivity

    The extraction process is optimized to maintain the ultra-high sensitivity of Simoa® assays, enabling reliable detection of low-abundance biomarkers such as p-Tau 217. Suitable for neurological, inflammatory, and systemic biomarker applications where signal integrity is critical.

    Direct compatibility with Simoa® assays

    Designed specifically for downstream use with Simoa® kits, the workflow integrates into existing laboratory processes without the need for additional assay optimization or protocol development.

    Clinical Evidence: DROP-AD Study (Nature Medicine)

    Hanna Huber
    Nutrition Scientist // Ph.D // Postdoctoral researcher @DZNE Bonn & University of Gothenburg

    The Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit workflow is supported by evidence from the DROP-AD study, published in Nature Medicine, demonstrating that capillary dried blood samples can be used to reliably quantify key Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers.

    The multi-centre European study showed strong concordance between capillary dried blood and conventional venous plasma measurements for:

    1. p-Tau217 – strong correlation across multiple sites

    2. GFAP and NfL – reliable quantification with high plasma concordance

    The approach demonstrated good diagnostic accuracy for identifying CSF-confirmed Alzheimer’s pathology and high reproducibility with self-collected samples, supporting decentralized and remote study designs.

    Importantly, the study confirms the feasibility of this approach in high-risk and underrepresented populations, including individuals with Down syndrome, and eliminates the need for venipuncture, centrifugation, and cold-chain logistics.

    This workflow is intended for research use only and is not designed for clinical diagnosis or clinical decision-making.

    Instant Download Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit Tech Note

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      Designed for Real-World Clinical and Research Workflows

      The Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit is designed to support high-sensitivity biomarker analysis in settings where traditional venous sampling and cold-chain logistics are limiting.

      For academic and translational neuroscience teams conducting large cohort or longitudinal studies, the kit provides a standardized method for extracting biomarkers from small-volume, remotely collected samples, reducing pre-analytical variability and improving inter-site comparability.

      In pharmaceutical and biotechnology research, the workflow supports early-phase and decentralized study designs where sample volume is limited but analytical sensitivity is critical.

      For public health and global research settings, the kit enables reliable laboratory-grade biomarker analysis from capillary dried blood samples, supporting studies in low-resource or geographically distributed populations.

      Applications and Intended Use

      The Simoa Dry Blood Extraction Kit is intended for the extraction of analytes from capillary-derived dried blood and plasma collection devices to support detection of low-abundance biomarkers using Simoa® assay kits.

      For research use only.

      Kit Contents

      Each kit includes Quanterix extraction buffer and two precipitation plates.

      Julia Young

      Quanterix Business Manager

      As the official distributor of Quanterix in Australia and New Zealand, Decode Science is providing local access to Simoa® platforms, assays, and workflow solutions with region-based technical and application support.

      Quanterix Portfolio

      Proteomics in Transition: From Discovery to Diagnostic Relevance Whitepaper

      Proteomics in Transition: From Discovery to Diagnostic Relevance Whitepaper

      For years, discovery proteomics uncovered hundreds of candidate biomarkers — but most stalled before reaching the clinic. New digital platforms change that: they deliver femtogram-level sensitivity, reproducible quantification across sites, and the analytical rigor required for regulatory and clinical use.

      Why this matters
      Proteins reflect real-time biology. That means faster detection, better trial enrollment, and clearer measures of therapeutic effect. Whether you’re developing a diagnostic, designing an adaptive trial, or building a multi-omics model, the right proteomic data reduces guesswork and accelerates decisions.

      Quanterix Proteomics in Transition

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        Dr. Ebru Boslem

        ANZ Market Manager - Research Genomics

        As the official distributor in Australia and New Zealand, Decode Science makes accessing genomics solutions straightforward. Our role is to connect your lab with advanced technologies, ensuring you get the right solution for your sequencing projects—delivered locally with support when you need it.

        BCR Sequencing of 1 Million Healthy and Diseased Samples in a Single Experiment

        BCR Sequencing of 1 Million Healthy and Diseased Samples in a Single Experiment

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          Key Takeaways

          1. Profiled 1 million human B cells in a single experiment

          2. Detected 900,000+ unique paired clonotypes across Type 1 Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s, Celiac, and healthy donors

          3. Achieved sensitive detection of CDR3 regions, clonotypes, and full-length sequences at scale

          Evercode BCR uncovered over 900,000 unique paired clonotypes across 24 samples in a single experiment. Negatively selected B cells from 12 healthy donors were purchased, while pan B cells were isolated from 12 autoimmune-diseased human PBMCs and fixed using the Evercode Cell Fixation Kit v3 to preserve cell structure and protect RNA integrity. Fixed samples were stored at -80°C until all were ready for combined processing with the Evercode BCR Mega Kit. Whole transcriptome and BCR-specific libraries were sequenced on the Illumina Novaseq X, and data were analyzed using Parse Biosciences’ Analysis Pipeline v1.3.0. Clustering with Seurat 5.0 showed that the majority of cells corresponded to major B cell subtypes, as illustrated in the UMAP below (Figure 1).

          The assay demonstrated high sensitivity, detecting paired heavy and light chains in up to 89% of cells (Figure 2).

          Downloads

          Dr. Ebru Boslem

          ANZ Market Manager - Research Genomics

          As the official distributor in Australia and New Zealand, Decode Science makes accessing genomics solutions straightforward. Our role is to connect your lab with advanced technologies, ensuring you get the right solution for your sequencing projects—delivered locally with support when you need it.

          Validation Support

          NGS Validation
          – Expert Support for Your Lab


          Get your lab NGS-ready with our comprehensive Validation Support, designed for labs with limited experience, staff, or analytical expertise. Our modular approach ensures tailored support for your lab’s needs.

          Chris Wicky

          Clinical Sales Manager - ANZ & Country Manager - NZ

          Scott Coutts

          Clinical Field Application Scientist

          Ain Roesley

          Clinical Field Application Scientist

          But... Why Do You Need NGS Validation Support?

          1. Accreditation Will Expose Weak Assumptions

          Assessors don’t care that your assay “works in practice.” They care about documented evidence, traceability, and defensible decisions. Validation gaps get found fast and fixing them after assessment is expensive.

          2. NGS Failure Modes Are Not Obvious

          NGS doesn’t fail loudly. It fails silently coverage bias, pipeline misconfiguration, poor QC thresholds, or incorrect variant filtering. Without structured validation, you won’t know what you’re missing until it’s too late.

          3. Internal Teams Are Already Stretched

          Most labs underestimate the time, expertise, and coordination required for end-to-end validation. This package prevents validation from becoming a six-month distraction that stalls go-live timelines.

          4. You Need Evidence You Can Defend

          Validation isn’t about generating data. It’s about generating defensible conclusions. We help you prove performance, define limitations, and document decisions in a way that stands up to scrutiny.

          Choose Your Preferred Module

          Module 1 - Consultancy Support

          Wet Lab Validation Support Services

          Module 2 - Wet Lab Validation Support

          Dry Lab Validation Support Services Decode Science

          Module 3 - Dry Lab Validation Support

          Proud Partnerships

          How does it work?

          1

          Initiation

          You reach out to Decode Science with your preferred module selection

          2

          Assessment Phase

          Decode team assess your clinical needs

          3

          Support Plan Prep

          Decode team builds a validation support plan

          4

          We Work Together

          We work with you to implement the plan. Work with you to prepare for validation.

          we’re here to all your questions


          More than zero — less than doing it alone. Expect defined input points (samples, data, decisions), but not weeks of unfocused effort. If your team can’t commit any time, validation will fail regardless of vendor.

          We align validation activities to accreditation expectations (e.g. NATA), but we don’t “guarantee” accreditation. Anyone who does is lying. What we do guarantee is that your validation is structured, documented, and assessor-ready.

          Yes. The framework applies to new panels, new instruments, chemistry changes, pipeline updates, and assay expansions. If performance characteristics change, validation is not optional.

          They will learn. Each module includes hands-on training so your team can independently generate additional validation data after we step away. If knowledge transfer doesn’t happen, the engagement has failed.

          You retain all documentation, workflows, and training outputs. No vendor lock-in. If assessors raise questions later, you’ll have the evidence to respond — without scrambling.

          Decode Science team
          is well equipped to help you out.

          Our team is one form away.

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            MosaiX High-Complexity Library Prep Kit – Early Access Promotion

            MosaiX High-Complexity Library Prep Kit ,
            – Early Access Promotion


            Be among the first to experience the newest in high-complexity library prep technology.

            SeqWell has just launched the MosaiX High-Complexity Library Prep Kit, unveiled at ASHG, and we’re offering a limited-time early-access promotion for researchers in AU & NZ.



            5/5

            Chris Wicky

            Clinical Sales Manager - ANZ & Country Manager - NZ

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            Early-Access Offer Includes:


            How to Qualify?

            Complete a short feedback survey by 31 December to access the early-bird discounted rate.

            Interested?
            Click below or contact us to get the exact AU/NZ discounted rates and place your order.

            CNV Backbone Spike-in Panels

            Twist CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel with exome for cytogenetic research

            Stronger CNV Detection — Without Changing Your Exome Workflow.

            Large copy number variations can be easy to miss when exome sequencing focuses on exonic regions – leading to blind spots, repeat testing, and extra time interpreting unclear data. By spiking in Twist’s CNV Backbone Panels, you give your exome run the evenly spaced genomic coverage it needs to reliably surface clinically relevant CNVs — especially the ones standard exomes struggle with.

            Available in 100 kb, 50 kb, and 25 kb resolutions, the CNV Backbone Panels strengthen your detection sensitivity while keeping your workflow identical. Blend it into your existing exome panel, follow your standard Twist enrichment protocol, and immediately get more confident CNV calls backed by consistent probe tiling across intergenic regions.

            But... Why These Panels?

            1. Fine-Tune CNV Resolution

            Choose from 100 kb, 50 kb, or 25 kb probe spacing to match your CNV detection needs. Strategically tiled probes in intergenic regions enhance sensitivity for even small CNVs.

            2. Seamless Workflow Integration

            Easily spike into your Twist Exome 2.0 panel and follow standard enrichment protocols—no workflow disruption, no extra training required.

            3. Evidence-Based Performance

            Validated with highly characterized samples, the panels consistently improve CNV calls, including those smaller than 50 kb, boosting confidence in your results.

            4. Flexible Panel Sizes

            Available in 2-reaction (16 samples) and 12-reaction (96 samples) formats to fit both small-scale research and high-throughput lab workflows.

            Download Poster on utilization of these panels with exome for cytogenetic research

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              Why It Matters to You

              Reliable CNV detection isn’t just a technical metric—it directly impacts research outcomes, diagnostic accuracy, and patient care. Standard exome sequencing often misses CNVs due to uneven probe coverage, creating blind spots in your analysis. Twist CNV Backbone Spike-in Panels bridge those gaps, ensuring that even subtle copy number changes are identified, so you can make confident, data-driven decisions.

              For labs and clinicians, this means fewer follow-up tests, reduced time spent troubleshooting ambiguous results, and a smoother workflow. You can trust that your exome sequencing captures the variations that truly matter, whether for rare disease research, clinical diagnostics, or high-throughput screening.

              Moreover, the ability to choose between 25 kb, 50 kb, or 100 kb resolution gives you control over sensitivity and throughput, aligning with your project goals and patient population needs. Evidence-based validation demonstrates improved detection of CNVs—including those smaller than 50 kb—so your results aren’t just comprehensive, they’re actionable.

              By integrating these panels into your existing workflow, you enhance not only the quality of your data but also the efficiency of your lab operations, freeing time and resources for deeper analysis and patient-focused outcomes.

              Select the CNV Resolution You Need

              Select CNV Resolution You Need

              Table 1. Example data of Twist CNV Backbone Spike-in Panels. A highly characterized sample set known to contain CNVs (1) and a baseline set of 12 healthy individuals were sequenced with 2×150 reads on an Illumina NovaSeq 6000. The average number of SNVs, INDELs, and CNVs called and sequencing depth at each probe density was determined for each panel when spiked into Twist Exome 2.0 plus Comprehensive Spike-in. CNV calling was performed with a commercially available software solution (2)
               

              (1) Coriell Institute’s CNVPANEL01 – Human CNV Reference Panel.
              (2) eVai Platform (secondary workflow), enGenome Software. 

              Related Products

              Twist Exome 2.0

              Leading exome solution covering key genetic databases with high uniformity

              Twist Standard Hybridization Reagent Kit

              Reagents for high-efficiency NGS target enrichment (TE).

              Library Preparation Enzymatic Fragmentation Kit 2.0

              Enzymatic DNA fragmentation for efficient library prep.

              Ordering

              Higher Resolution: 

              110756  –  Twist 25kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 2 Reaction kit

              110757  –  Twist 25kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 12 Reaction kit

              Intermediate Resolution:

              110758 –  Twist 50kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 2 Reaction kit

              110759 –  Twist 50kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 12 Reaction kit

              Lower Resolution: 

              110760 –  Twist 100kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 2 Reaction kit

              110761 –  Twist 100kb CNV Backbone Spike-in Panel, 12 Reaction kit

              Exome Panels

              104132 –  Twist Exome 2.0, 2 Reactions, Kit

              104134 –  Twist Exome 2.0, 12 Reactions, Kit

              104136 –  Twist Exome 2.0, 96 Reactions, Kit

              105034 –  Twist Exome 2.0 plus Comprehensive Exome Spike-in, 2 Reactions

              105035 –  Twist Exome 2.0 plus Comprehensive Exome Spike-in, 12 Reactions

              105036 –  Twist Exome 2.0 plus Comprehensive Exome Spike-in, 96 Reactions

              *For research use only 

              Chris Wicky

              Clinical Genomics Manager - ANZ
              & Country Manager - NZ

              For guidance on integrating these panels into your operations, Decode Science can provide personalised support and local assistance.

              Twist Portfolio

              Twist NGS

              NGS

              Raise confidence in variant detection with superior target enrichment solutions

              Twist Oligo Pools

              Oligo Pools

              Precision, uniformity, and flexibility for results you can trust

              Synthetic Controls

              Synthetic RNA and DNA standards for assay development

              Twist Libraries

              Libraries

              Identify more hits and streamline screening with Twist's precise Variant Libraries

              Twist Genes

              Genes

              DNA Your Way: think bigger, expand your scope, and accelerate discovery in genes

              Twist Antibody

              Antibody

              Robust solutions for Antibody Discovery and Development by Twist Bioscience

              A CRE.AI.TIVE application of AI: Engineering a more resilient global food supply

              A CRE.AI.TIVE application of AI: Engineering a more resilient global food supply

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                Phytoform Labs harnessed its AI-powered CRE.AI.TIVE platform to develop climate-resilient crops, with a focus on drought-tolerant tomatoes. By rapidly exploring millions of potential sequence edits, the platform identified 2,000 high-potential candidates for wet-lab validation.

                To overcome the challenge of synthesizing complex, AT-rich sequences with homopolymers, the team partnered with Twist Bioscience. Twist’s high-fidelity oligos ensured accurate transfer of AI-designed sequences to the lab, enabling efficient MPRA screening in tomato protoplasts.

                This AI-guided workflow validated predictions while streamlining experiments—reducing waste, saving resources, and ensuring only the most promising variants progressed to in vivo testing.

                Case Study Highlights

                1. AI-driven design of millions of sequence variants

                2. Efficient identification of high-impact edits, conserving time and resources

                3. Ensuring fidelity of AI-generated oligos for complex plant sequences

                4. Insights on impact and future directions

                Chris Wicky

                Country Manager - NZ

                As the official distributor in Australia and New Zealand, Decode Science makes accessing genomics solutions straightforward. Our role is to connect your lab with advanced technologies, ensuring you get the right solution for your sequencing projects—delivered locally with support when you need it.