AI-Enhanced Metabolic Engineering Course

About

Metabolic engineering has emerged as a key discipline in synthetic biology, enabling scientists to optimize microbial and cellular processes for the production of valuable chemicals, fuels, and pharmaceuticals. This 1-month program will explore the intersection of AI and metabolic engineering, focusing on how machine learning, predictive modeling, and optimization algorithms can revolutionize metabolic pathway design and bioprocess efficiency.

Participants will gain insights into AI-driven approaches for genome-scale metabolic modeling, pathway optimization, and data analysis. The program will also cover the integration of AI in process automation, helping researchers and professionals achieve faster and more accurate results in the field of metabolic engineering.

Aim

This program aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of metabolic engineering enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI). Participants will learn how AI tools can accelerate the design, optimization, and analysis of metabolic pathways for bioengineering applications, including sustainable production of chemicals, biofuels, and pharmaceuticals.

Program Objectives

• Understand the principles of metabolic engineering and its applications.
• Explore AI tools and techniques applied to metabolic pathway optimization.
• Learn how to implement AI models in genome-scale metabolic analysis.
• Analyze real-world case studies on AI-enhanced biomanufacturing.
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven bioprocess design and optimization.

Program Structure

Week 1: Foundations of Metabolic Engineering and AI Integration

Introduction to Metabolic Engineering: Basic Concepts and Applications.
Role of AI in Bioengineering: Overview and Emerging Trends.
Genome-Scale Metabolic Modeling: Building and Understanding Models.
AI Tools for Metabolic Pathway Optimization.

Week 2: AI-Driven Pathway Design and Optimization

Machine Learning in Pathway Design: Algorithms and Applications.
Predictive Models for Metabolic Flux Analysis.
AI-Enhanced Optimization of Metabolic Pathways: Case Studies.
Integrating AI in Bioprocess Automation.

Week 3: Real-World Applications and Case Studies

AI in Biofuel Production: Efficiency and Sustainability.
AI-Enhanced Pharmaceutical Biomanufacturing.
AI in Industrial Bioprocessing: Optimizing Yield and Productivity.
Ethical Considerations and Challenges in AI and Metabolic Engineering.

Week 4: Future Trends and Practical Implementation

AI in Synthetic Biology: The Future of Biomanufacturing.
Emerging Technologies in AI-Enhanced Metabolic Engineering.
Preparing for AI-Driven Careers in Biotechnology.

Participant’s Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
• Professionals in the biomanufacturing or biofuel industries.
• Individuals with a keen interest in synthetic biology and metabolic engineering.

Program Outcomes

• Expertise in AI-driven metabolic pathway analysis and optimization.
• Ability to design efficient AI models for bioprocessing and metabolic engineering.
• Practical knowledge of integrating AI with genome-scale metabolic models.
• Improved understanding of industrial applications in biomanufacturing and sustainability.
• Preparedness for AI and bioengineering roles in academia and industry.

Program Deliverables

• Access to e-LMS
• Real-Time Project for Dissertation
• Project Guidance
• Paper Publication Opportunity
• Self Assessment
• Final Examination
• e-Certification
• e-Marksheet