We are pleased to share details about our upcoming event:
🧬 WORKSHOP OF BASIC MOLECULAR DOCKING
Practical Molecular Computation Training for Beginners
The Basic Molecular Docking Workshop is a training program specifically designed for participants who wish to understand and practice molecular docking techniques from the fundamentals. The workshop is conducted using a hands-on, fully practical approach, allowing participants not only to learn theoretical concepts but also to apply them directly through intensive molecular computation exercises.
📅 TIME AND VENUE
Day/Date: Friday–Saturday, 13–14 February 2026
Time: 08:30–17:00 WIB
Platform: Zoom Meeting
Pre-Workshop Day 1
Date: Monday, 9 February 2026
Time: 08:30–10:30 WIB
Platform: Zoom Meeting
Pre-Workshop Day 2
Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Time: 15:00–17:00 WIB
Platform: Zoom Meeting
The pre-workshop sessions aim to ensure participants’ technical readiness, including software installation and configuration, prior to the main workshop.
👨🏫 SPEAKERS
Dr. Luthfan Irfana, S.Si., M.Si.
Department of Chemistry, FMIPA IPB University
Dr. Setyanto Tri Wahyudi, S.Si., M.Si.
TropBRC LRI-PGK IPB University; Department of Physics, FMIPA IPB University
Both speakers are experienced researchers in molecular computation, molecular docking, and virtual screening.
📚 WORKSHOP TOPICS
– Regular docking using GUI-based AutoDock Vina
– Handling various issues related to protein structures
– Introduction to ensemble docking
– Ligand structure preparation
– Docking result analysis and interpretation
– Ligand screening using Data Warrior
– Discussion sessions and mini project
The materials are arranged progressively to ensure accessibility, including for beginner-level participants.
💻 MINIMUM DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
Participants are required to use a personal laptop with the following minimum specifications:
– Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (version 22H2)
– Processor: Minimum Intel Core i3
– RAM: Minimum 8 GB
– Storage: SSD with at least 256 GB capacity
🧩 SOFTWARE TO BE USED
– PyMOL
– AutoDock Vina 1.2.3
– MGLTools 1.5.7
– OpenBabel 2.4.1
– Git Bash
– LigPlot
– Data Warrior
All software will be used directly during the practical sessions.
ℹ️ IMPLEMENTATION DETAILS
– The workshop is conducted using a fully hands-on approach
– No lengthy lecture sessions
– Focus on direct practice and discussion
– Supporting materials are provided online and accessible to participants
This workshop is suitable for students, early-career researchers, lecturers, and practitioners who wish to begin learning molecular docking for research and scientific publication purposes.
🎯 BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION
– Practical and application-oriented learning
– Specifically designed for beginners
– More efficient and cost-effective compared to long-term paid programs
– Enhances molecular computation skills relevant to research and publication
📝 REGISTRATION
Registration is available through the following link:
🔗 https://ipb.link/wstropbrc26021314
💰 REGISTRATION FEES
– Early Bird: IDR 1,000,000
– Regular: IDR 1,250,000 (applicable after 7 February 2026)
🎁 A special discount of IDR 100,000 is available for alumni of TropBRC workshops.
⏳ LIMITED SEATS
Further information will be provided to registered participants.
Early registration is strongly recommended to secure a place.
📌 IMPORTANT NOTES
After completing the registration form, participants are required to join the Basic Molecular Docking Workshop WhatsApp Group.
All technical information and preparation guidelines will be communicated through this group.
Warm regards,
✨ TropBRC ✨
