Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Protein Structure Using GROMACS
Offered by: NanoSchool
🧬 What is Molecular Dynamics (MD) Simulation?
Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulation is a computer-based technique used to model the physical movements of atoms and molecules over time. It allows researchers to study the structure, dynamics, and interactions of biomolecules like proteins, DNA, and ligands in a virtual environment.
🚀 Why Use GROMACS for MD Simulations?
GROMACS (GROningen MAchine for Chemical Simulations) is one of the fastest and most widely used open-source software packages for performing molecular dynamics. It’s especially efficient for simulating biomolecules such as proteins and lipids.
Key Benefits:
- High-speed performance
- Open-source and free
- Extensive community support
- Powerful visualization and analysis tools
🧑🔬 What You’ll Learn in This Module
This module offered by NanoSchool dives deep into GROMACS with a practical, hands-on approach.
🔍 Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Molecular Dynamics
- Protein structure preparation
- Solvation and ion addition
- Energy minimization
- Equilibration and Production MD
- Analysis and Visualization of results
🎯 Who Should Attend?
- Biotechnology students
- Bioinformatics professionals
- Life science researchers
- Anyone interested in computational biology
📅 Duration & Format
- Mode: Online (Live + Recorded)
- Access: Lifetime
- Certificate: Yes, with project work
✅ Key Takeaways
- Understand the theoretical basis of MD simulations
- Perform protein simulations from scratch using GROMACS
- Analyze simulation trajectories for scientific insights
- Boost your resume with hands-on experience and certification
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🧠 Frequently Asked Questions
- What is GROMACS used for?
- GROMACS is used for simulating the movement and interactions of molecules, especially proteins, to study their structure and behavior over time.
- Is this course suitable for beginners?
- Yes! The module is designed for beginners with clear instructions and practical examples.
- Do I need coding knowledge?
- Basic command-line usage is helpful but not mandatory. Everything is explained step-by-step.