Targeted sequencing is a technique used in genomics to selectively capture and sequence specific regions of interest in the genome. Instead of sequencing the entire genome, which can be expensive and time-consuming, targeted sequencing focuses on specific genomic regions, such as genes or regions associated with certain diseases or traits.

Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) is a genomic technique that involves sequencing the protein-coding regions of the genome, known as exons. Exons are the segments of DNA that are transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA) and subsequently translated into proteins.

Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is a comprehensive genomic technique that involves determining the complete DNA sequence of an organism’s entire genome. WGS provides a detailed and comprehensive view of an individual’s or organism’s genetic makeup.

Metagenomics is a field of genomics that involves the study of genetic material directly recovered from environmental samples. Instead of focusing on the genomic information of individual organisms, metagenomics aims to analyze the collective genomes of entire microbial communities present in a particular environment.

The transcriptome refers to the complete set of RNA transcripts produced by the genome of an organism, tissue, or cell at a specific point in time. It includes messenger RNA (mRNA), as well as other types of RNA such as ribosomal RNA (rRNA), transfer RNA (tRNA), and non-coding RNA.

RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) is a powerful and widely used molecular biology technique that allows researchers to analyze the transcriptome of a biological sample by sequencing the RNA molecules present. It provides comprehensive information about the types and abundance of RNA.