The summer school will include lectures and hands-on sessions on the following topics:

• Molecular dynamics simulations
• Biomolecular docking
• Free energy calculations
• Advanced sampling methods (Metadynamics)
• BioExcel Building Blocks (BioBB)
• Quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics (QM/MM)
• Machine learning

During the hands-on computer practicals you will make use of the BioExcel flagship software and tools: e.g. GROMACS, HADDOCK, PMX, BioBB, and CP2K. The trainers, developers and/or experts in the use of the software, will provide guidance and support.

You can find more informatioan about the course on the BioExcel website: https://bioexcel.eu/events/bioexcel-summer-school-on-biomolecular-simulations-2022/

Who is this course for?

The BioExcel school is intended for primarily PhD and post-doctoral researchers using or planning to use biomolecular modeling and simulation in their everyday research. Familiarity with Linux and basic knowledge of molecular modelling software is a requirement.

What will I learn?

Learning outcomes

After this course you should be able to:

• Use a range of biomolecular modeling and simulation software (GROMACS, HADDOCK, PMX, CP2K)
• Discuss current trends and challenges in biomolecular simulation

Trainers

To apply you will need the following information:

• Support letter from your supervisor or a senior co-worker explaining why you should be selected for this course (in word or pdf format)
• Research Abstract (limit: 250 words – you will be able to present and discuss your research during the course)
• A text with your biography and work history (limit: 200 words)

The support letter is attached to the application as a word or pdf file. The abstract and the text with the biography and work history are introduced in text boxes in the application form.

Please complete the application process by midnight (CET) on Monday 7 March. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applicants will be informed of the status of their application (successful, waiting list, rejected) by Tuesday 22 March. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Marta Lloret Llinares.

You can find tips on how to apply on the BioExcel website: https://bioexcel.eu/events/bioexcel-summer-school-on-biomolecular-simulations-2022/

The registration fee is 475 euros. You will only be required to pay if you are selected to participate in the event.

BioExcel will be providing a limited number of fixed amount travel bursaries for this event. If you would like to be considered for a travel bursary, check the information on travel grants on the BioExcel event website and email Marta Lloret Llinares after the submission of your application.