STRmix™ NGS Onsite Regional Full User Workshop 28 August 2026, Richmond, CA

This early adopter training is in the latest version of STRmix™ NGS (Research & Validation).  It presumes trainees are already familiar with the operation and functionalities within modern STRmix™ versions. 

Spaces are limited for this in-person training workshop, so please download and complete the registration form here [PDF, 111 KB],  then email it to rena.lawless@strmix.com as soon as possible to secure your place (1 form per participant).  

Please note: Should travel restrictions occur, we retain the option of reconfiguring this STRmix™ full training workshop to be remotely delivered using the Zoom virtual meeting platform (https://zoom.us/(external link)). In the unlikely event of cancellation or postponement, please refer to our policy.

Workshop Information:

Date:                      28 August 2026 (1 day)

Location:              California Department of Safety

                              Jan Bashinski DNA Laboratory

                              1001 West Cutting Blvd

                              Richmond, CA 94804-2028

Workshop price:    $US 750* per participant

*discounted, early adopter workshop

Overview:  This workshop will provide participants with full STRmix™ NGS user training, introducing the software through worked exercises and providing a detailed description of the biological models and mathematics on which STRmix™ NGS is based. 

Participants will also receive:

• the STRmix™ NGS User’s manual (electronic PDF) 
• the STRmix™ NGS Operation Manual (electronic PDF)
• a 2-month evaluation version of STRmix™ NGS
• electronic copies of training materials (for download prior to the training)
• a printed STRmix™ NGS Training Manual (provided on Day 1)
• a certificate of attendance (after completion).

STRmix™ NGS (R&V) Evaluation version installation: This will be a remote installation of STRmix™ NGS shortly before the start of the workshop.  A laptop is required during the workshop with access to MS Excel and a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat.  Laptop (or PC) specifications can be found here. The listed ‘medium’ specification is recommended for this workshop.  

A draft schedule is provided below (subject to minor changes): 

* Discussion on other kits, 94 iiSNP interpretation, DBLR™ compatibility