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Join us for a webinar on understanding cloud costs in UK Biobank

  • Date: To be confirmed
  • Time: To be confirmed
  • Location: Online

Join us for a webinar providing you with a clear and practical overview of cloud computing costs within the UK Biobank Research Analysis Platform (UKB‑RAP).

Designed for both new and experienced users, the session brings together experts from UK Biobank, AWS and DNAnexus to explain how cloud resources are structured, billed and supported.

You will gain a solid understanding of compute instances, storage models and cost‑management principles, along with a live demonstration of typical analytical workflows such as GWAS and PheWAS.

The event will also feature a real‑world case study and an open Q&A, offering you the opportunity to deepen your understanding of cloud‑based analysis and make informed decisions when planning and running projects on UKB‑RAP.

Got a question? Get in touch via [email protected].

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Agenda

  • 2pm – 2:05pm

    Welcome and opening remarks
    Dr Oliver Gray, Product Manager, UK Biobank

    • Introduction to the session and overview of objectives.
  • 2:05pm – 2:15pm

    Introduction to AWS compute instances and cloud concepts
    Michael Mueller, Principal Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

    • Overview of AWS instance types and key concepts for researchers new to cloud-based analysis.
    • Explanation of AWS support mechanisms, including platform credits available to researchers.
  • 2:15pm – 2:25pm

    Understanding cloud computing costs on the UK Biobank Research Analysis Platform (UKB-RAP)
    Aishani Prem, Principal Bioinformatics Scientist, DNAnexus

    • Breakdown of cloud cost structures.
    • How compute and storage charges operate within the UKB-RAP environment.
  • 2:25pm – 2:35pm

    Demonstration of the UKB-RAP tooling and example workflows
    Dr Oliver Gray, Cloud Product Manager, UK Biobank

    • Live overview of the platform’s analytical tools.
    • Walkthrough of typical research workflows (e.g., GWAS, PheWAS) with practical examples.
  • 2:35pm – 2:45pm

    Case study presentation
    Dr Luke Pilling, Senior Lecturer in Epidemiology, University of Exeter Medical School

    • Real-world application of UKB-RAP tools and cloud resources.(R package resources.)
  • 2:45pm – 3pm

    Open Q&A session

    • Audience questions and discussion with all speakers.

Speakers

Dr Oliver Gray
Cloud Product Manager, UK Biobank
Michael Mueller
Senior Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services
Dr Luke Pilling
Senior Lecturer in Genetic Epidemiology, University of Exeter Medical School

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Research Analysis Platform

UK Biobank plays a vital role in advancing modern medicine and treatment through the UK Biobank Research Analysis Platform (UKB-RAP), a restricted, sophisticated and user-friendly cloud-based tool.

Fees

Learn about fees associated with accessing UK Biobank data, including financial support available.