
siRNA-Based Gene Silencing
“Silence Genes. Amplify Precision. Master siRNA Today.”
Skills you will gain:
About Program:
Small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) have transformed molecular biology by offering precise and effective gene silencing solutions. This 2-day hands-on workshop dives into the foundational principles of RNA interference (RNAi) and guides participants through the process of understanding, designing, and analyzing siRNA molecules using leading bioinformatics tools.
The program is structured to provide clarity on the distinctions between siRNA, miRNA, and shRNA, while introducing RNA secondary structures and prediction tools like RNAfold, Mfold, and RNAstructure. Participants will also gain practical experience with ΔG analysis, structure ensemble generation, and siRNA design using Genscript. This course bridges the gap between theory and application, preparing attendees for careers in molecular biology, therapeutics, and RNA-based drug design.
Aim: To equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of RNA interference mechanisms, siRNA biology, and the computational tools used to design effective siRNA molecules for gene silencing in therapeutics and research.
Program Objectives:
- Understand the molecular basis of RNA interference and siRNA.
- Differentiate between siRNA, miRNA, and shRNA and their applications.
- Analyze RNA secondary structures using bioinformatics tools.
- Gain hands-on experience with ΔG interpretation and RNA folding.
- Learn practical siRNA design using Genscript and evaluate for efficiency.
What you will learn?
Day 1: siRNA and RNA Structure Fundamentals
- Introduction to RNAi and siRNA
- siRNA vs miRNA vs shRNA
- Applications in therapeutics and gene regulation
- siRNA structure and functional rules
- Off-target effects and GC content
- Introduction to RNA secondary structures
- RNA folding: base pairing, stem-loops, hairpins
- RNA structure formats
Day 2: Tools and Hands-On Design
- RNA structure prediction tools:
RNAfold (ViennaRNA), Mfold, RNAstructure - Hands-on:
Free energy (ΔG) interpretation
Structure ensemble generation - Genscript – siRNA design
- Hands-on siRNA sequence design
Mentor Profile
Fee Plan
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Intended For :
- B.Tech / B.Sc / M.Sc / M.Tech graduates or final-year students from Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, or allied disciplines
- Researchers and industry professionals working in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical R&D, or related areas
- Anyone interested in Transcriptomics, Computational Biology, or exploring careers in bioinformatics and RNA-based technologies
Career Supporting Skills
Program Outcomes
- Solid foundation in RNAi and gene silencing
- Hands-on expertise with top RNA structure prediction tools
- Capability to design effective siRNAs with reduced off-target effects
- Enhanced understanding of RNA secondary structure and folding
- Confidence to pursue research or job roles in RNA-based biotech
