Structural biology: main problems and approaches to their solution

Structural Biology is a rapidly growing field of life sciences. Structural Biology allows us to consider the mechanisms of interaction of individual components of a living cell - proteins, lipids, nucleic acids at a molecular and atomic level. Knowledge of a spatial structure of various targets: receptors, ion channels and supramolecular complexes, as well as an understanding of the basis of their interaction with ligands and biological membranes, allows for rational drug design. To highlight the latest advances and techniques, in 2019 we launched the International School of Structural Biology (IS-SB) for young scientists. The School brings together structural biologists from all over the world. The goal of the School is to give young scientists and students of Russia knowledge about various areas of Structural Biology, show them what leading scientific laboratories in Russia and the world are working on, and also provide opportunities for establishing new scientific collaborations

The scientific program of the School includes lectures of leading scientists working in various fields of Structural Biology, such as: NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy, computer modeling, EPR, AFM, etc. During the School, students and young scientists will have an outstanding opportunity to become familiar with various approaches to study complex biological objects: membrane receptors, soluble proteins, viruses, ribosomes, etc. The School provides several events of youth activities aimed at establishing new connections and acquaintances. A poster session for young scientists will be held to present their works and to create a platform for the exchange of scientific ideas. The three best poster presentations will be awarded by the prizes from sponsors. There will also be three master classes on NMR, cryo-EM and drug design. Participation in the Scientific Battle will allow young scientists to prove that their method of Structural Biology is the best! The winner of the Scientific Battle, chosen by the audience, will receive the People's Choice Award.

Registration is available until May 1 Abstract submission deadline - 1st May 2024