| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Format | Recorded Lectures |
| Level | Advanced |
| Duration | 3 Days (1.5 Hours Per Day) |
| Certification | e-Certification + e-Marksheet |
| Fee | Free |
| Tools | STRING Database Cytoscape CytoHubba NetworkAnalyzer gProfiler KEGG Reactome Gen‑TF miRNA interaction databases |
About the Hands-on PPI Network Analysis for Biomarker Identification using Cytoscape & STRING Course
Hands‑on PPI Network Analysis for Biomarker Identification using Cytoscape & STRING is a 3‑day mentor‑led bioinformatics program that teaches you how to build, explore and interpret protein‑protein interaction networks to uncover hub genes and potential disease biomarkers.
You will work with industry‑standard tools – STRING, Cytoscape, CytoHubba, NetworkAnalyzer and enrichment platforms – to translate raw interaction data into actionable biological insights.
Program Highlights
• Comprehensive coverage of Hands from fundamentals to advanced applications
• Hands-on projects and real-world case studies in bioinformatics
• Expert-curated curriculum aligned with current industry standards
• Access to recorded lectures and e-LMS platform for flexible, self-paced learning
• e-Certification and e-Marksheet upon successful completion
• Dedicated mentor support and interactive doubt-clearing sessions
• Practical experience with tools: STRING Database, Cytoscape, CytoHubba, NetworkAnalyzer
• Career-oriented training for academic and professional growth in bioinformatics
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Day 1 – Introduction to PPI Networks & STRING
- Understand systems‑biology concepts and the role of PPI databases
- Search and filter protein interactions in STRING
- Import data into Cytoscape and visualise basic networks
Module 2: Day 2 – Hub Protein & Biomarker Discovery
- Analyze network topology with NetworkAnalyzer
- Identify hub genes using CytoHubba
- Prioritise potential biomarkers based on centrality metrics
Module 3: Day 3 – Functional Enrichment & Regulatory Analysis
- Perform GO enrichment with gProfiler
- Identify pathways via KEGG & Reactome
- Explore transcription‑factor and miRNA interactions using Gen‑TF and public databases
Tools, Techniques, or Platforms Covered
STRING Database Cytoscape CytoHubba NetworkAnalyzer gProfiler KEGG Reactome Gen‑TF miRNA interaction databases
Real-World Applications
- Apply Hands skills directly to academic research, thesis work, and publications
- Build a professional portfolio showcasing practical bioinformatics competencies
- Solve industry-relevant problems using Hands methodologies and tools
- Contribute to open-source projects and collaborative research in bioinformatics
- Prepare for competitive examinations, interviews, and professional certifications in bioinformatics
Who Should Attend & Prerequisites
- Industry‑recognized e‑Certification + e‑Marksheet from NSTC
- Hands‑on training with practical projects and real‑world datasets
- Dedicated expert mentorship and doubt‑resolution throughout the course
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