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Build an inclusive scientific ecosystem together

Join a committed network for training, inclusion, and the promotion of African expertise in genetics and bioinformatics.

Accelerate genomic research in Africa.

Contribute to the implementation of innovative genomics and bioinformatics solutions to address public health challenges.

Unite talents for life sciences.

AVecGen brings together researchers, students, and institutions around a common goal: advancing omics science research in Africa.

About us

The African Centre for Vector Genomics (AVecGen) is a transformative initiative designed to establish Africa’s premier centre of excellence in vector genomics. Anchored at the Centre for...

CRID ACHIEVES FIRST MOSQUITO TRANSCRIPTOME SEQUENCING

Few days after sequencing the first mosquito genome on the continent, #CRID is proud to announce another milestone: the first total transcriptome (#RNAseq) sequencing of #mosquito species. Using our newly deployed high-throughput sequencing technology (#Novaseq6000), the run not only met but surpassed #Illumina’s quality and yield benchmarks, demonstrating the platform’s robustness for advanced #RNA applications. This achievement unlocks powerful new opportunities to explore mosquito gene expression, vector biology, and phenotype–genotype relationships. CRID is now fully equipped to offer state-of-the-art #transcriptomic analysis services to the #research community. Contact us at sequencing@crid-cam.net or +237 686 837 665 to book your sequencing slot

Our news

Follow the latest news and highlights of the AvecGen project.

CRID Achieves Landmark Sequencing Milestones with NovaSeq6000

Published on: 17/02/2026

The Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID) proudly celebrates a transformative milestone in African science: the acquisition, installation,...

Induction of PhD and Master’s Students on HPLC Operation at CRID

Published on: 30/01/2026

In January 2026, CRID conducted an induction program on the operation of the High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) instrument, led by Williams...

Capacity-Building: Fleuriane Djondji Trained in Bacterial Genomics

Published on: 08/01/2026

From 5th to 14th November 2025, Research Assistant Fleuriane Djondji participated in the Bacterial Genomics Workshop at the Institute of Genomics and...

AVecGen Showcases Groundbreaking Malaria Research at Gordon Conferences in Barcelona

Published on: 06/06/2025

In May 2025, the AVecGen team proudly participated in the prestigious Malaria Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) and Gordon Research Conference (GRC) held...

Science for Defeating Malaria: Prof. Wondji Shares Strategic Insights in Kigali

Published on: 01/07/2025

On June 17, 2025, AVecGen’s Principal Investigator, Prof. Charles Wondji, took centre stage at the prestigious “Science of Defeating Malaria” course h...

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Our Capabilities

Quality Control Sample quality is critical to the success of any sequencing project. At CRID’s Genomics Hub, we use state-of-the-art equipment to assess the integrity and purity of all DNA and RNA samples before sequencing. This ensures high-quality data and minimizes the risk of sample failure. Our QC platforms include: Agilent TapeStation 4150 – for fragment analysis and sizing Qubit Fluorometers – for accurate q...