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7-Day Intensive Training Program on Drug Designing and Molecular Docking

Master the fundamentals of drug designing through computational methods and molecular docking techniques used in pharmaceutical research.

Workshop Schedule
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1
Introduction to Drug Discovery

Date: 03 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Overview of computational drug design, molecular docking fundamentals, and software tools.

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2
Protein Structure Analysis

Date: 04 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Protein database navigation, structure visualization, and active site identification.

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3
Ligand Preparation

Date: 05 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Molecular structure drawing, ligand optimization, and format conversion.

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4
Molecular Docking Basics

Date: 06 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Docking software setup, grid generation, and basic docking procedures.

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5
Advanced Docking Techniques

Date: 07 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Flexible docking, ensemble docking, and result analysis.

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6
Result Interpretation

Date: 08 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Binding affinity analysis, visualization of interactions, and report generation.

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7
Case Studies & Projects

Date: 09 November 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM IST

Real-world applications, project presentations, and Q&A session.

What You'll Learn
Module 1: Fundamentals of Drug Discovery

Introduction to computational drug design, CADD workflows, and pharmaceutical applications.

Module 2: Protein-Ligand Interactions

Understanding binding mechanisms, molecular recognition, and binding site analysis.

Module 3: Molecular Docking Techniques

Hands-on training with AutoDock, PyRx, and other docking software.

Module 4: ADMET Prediction

Drug-likeness assessment, toxicity prediction, and pharmacokinetic properties.

Module 5: Virtual Screening

High-throughput screening, library preparation, and hit identification.

Who Should Attend
Undergraduate and postgraduate students in chemistry, pharmacy, and biotechnology
PhD scholars working in drug discovery and development
Research professionals in pharmaceutical industry
Faculty members teaching computational chemistry
Anyone interested in computational drug design
Workshop Information
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Duration
7 Days (03-09 November 2025)
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Timing
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (IST)
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Format
Live online sessions
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Requirements
Computer with internet connection (4GB RAM minimum)
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Certification
E-certificate upon successful completion
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Materials
Lecture notes, software guides, and practice datasets