About Workshop
Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN) are crucial for understanding the functional organization and behavior of proteins in biological systems. These networks provide insights into cellular mechanisms, signaling pathways, and disease biology, offering a framework for hypothesis generation and experimental design.
In this 3-day workshop, participants will explore PPIN's theoretical and practical aspects, from basic properties to advanced analytical techniques. Using tools like Cytoscape and PINA server, attendees will learn to represent, analyze, and interpret PPIN data. Real-world applications in health, medicine, and drug discovery will be highlighted, emphasizing the growing relevance of PPIN studies in addressing critical biological questions.
Aim
This workshop aims to introduce participants to the fundamentals of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN) and their importance in understanding biological systems. Attendees will gain hands-on experience in network representation, topological analysis, and advanced tools to explore the dynamic properties of PPIN in health and medicine.
What Participants Will Learn
- Understand the basics and importance of PPIN in biological research.
- Learn network representation and topological analysis techniques.
- Explore various data sources and databases for PPI analysis.
- Perform annotation enrichment and advanced analysis using Cytoscape.
- Apply PPIN concepts in health, medicine, and research innovation.
Structure
Day 1
- Introduction to Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN)
- Relevance of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN) in health and medicine
- Properties of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN)
Day 2
- Network representation and analysis tools
- Sources of PPI data, databases
- Topological Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPIN) analysis
- Annotation enrichment analysis
Day 3
- Advanced Cytoscape and its Modules
- PINA Server
- Protein Prompt
Important Dates
Registration Ends
7:00 PM
Workshop Dates
2025-05-09
8:00 PM
8:00 PM
What You Will Gain
- Fundamentals of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks.
- Relevance of PPIN in health and medicine.
- Tools and techniques for network representation and analysis.
- Insights into topological and annotation enrichment analysis.
- Advanced functionalities of Cytoscape and related modules.
Outcomes
- Ability to analyze and interpret PPIN data.
- Proficiency in using Cytoscape and PINA server.
- Understanding of network topology and annotation enrichment.
- Knowledge of key databases and data sources for PPI.
- Hands-on experience with PPIN tools and real-world applications.
Who Should Attend
- Undergraduate degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
- Postgraduates and researchers in computational biology, molecular biology, or systems biology.
- Professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare sectors.
- Individuals keen on exploring network biology for research and industry applications.
Deliverables
- Fundamentals of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks.
- Relevance of PPIN in health and medicine.
- Tools and techniques for network representation and analysis.
- Insights into topological and annotation enrichment analysis.
- Advanced functionalities of Cytoscape and related modules.
DR. SUBARNA THAKUR
Assistant Professor
Speciality: PPIN Analysis, Network Visualization, Data Interpretation, Cytoscape Proficiency, Topological Analysis, Annotation Enrichment