Gurasis Osahan
Research Biologist & Bioinformatics Specialist
Pioneering genomic research and bioinformatics solutions at PHAC’s National Microbiology Laboratory. Specializing in NGS analysis, HIV genomics, and international health initiatives. Leading groundbreaking projects that bridge molecular biology and computational innovation.
Impact at a Glance
With a focus on accelerating genomic research, these key statistics illustrate how I’ve driven international collaboration, optimized workflows, and delivered impactful results in the world of public health and bioinformatics.
32+
WHO HIV Genetics Labs Coordinated
Facilitated seamless data sharing and standardized workflows for global HIV surveillance, impacting research across five continents.
85%
Reduction in Data Processing Time
Developed bioinformatics platforms (NanoGO & QuasiGO) to cut 2-week workflows down to just 2 days, saving crucial research hours.
8+
Years of Research Experience
Expertise in molecular biology, NGS workflows, and public health research across governmental, academic, and industry settings.
10+
International Collaborations
Partnered with leading institutions (e.g., WHO, Stanford University) to drive innovation in global genomics and public health initiatives.
Key Achievements
Global Collaboration
Led 32 WHO HIV genetics laboratories globally by creating enterprise-grade web portals and coordinating testing protocols.
Innovation in NGS
Developed NanoGO & QuasiGO bioinformatics platforms, reducing data processing time from two weeks to two days.
Pioneering Research
Established North America’s first whole genome sequencing provirus protocol for HIV using Oxford Nanopore Technologies—completed in just 3 months.
Technical Expertise
Bioinformatics
Python • R • Ruby on Rails • NGS Analysis • Genome Assembly • UNIX/Linux • Git • Machine Learning • Latex • HTML
Molecular Biology
PCR • qPCR • NGS • DNA/RNA Extraction • Gene Cloning • CRISPR-Cas9 • Protein Analysis
Platforms
Oxford Nanopore • Illumina • PacBio • LIMS • ISO 17025 • BSL-2/BSL-2+ Environments
Latest Publications & Presentations
- Journal of Clinical Microbiology: Development and Evolution of a Next Generation Sequencing Methodology for Measles Virus using Oxford Nanopore Technology
- WHO HIVResNet Meetings (2025): Proposed guide for validation of NGS HIVDR bioinformatics pipelines
- WHO HIVResNet Meetings (2025): Validated Bioinformatics Pipelines for possible use in the network
- SNAPPi Meetings (2023): NGS methodologies and bioinformatics tools (NanoGO, QuasiGO)