PhD course: Advanced Methods in Protein Design

A practical doctoral course in rational, physics-based and AI approaches to protein design. Topics include coiled-coil design, Rosetta, structure-based generative models, protein language models, screening and selection, proteins for extreme or cellular environments, molecular recognition, dynamic complexes, switches and motor proteins. Participants construct algorithms and use existing design software through readings, problem-based exercises and discussion. The programme also addresses translation, innovation and responsible research.

In-person teaching runs 1–12 February 2027 in Copenhagen; the published course span is 09:00 on the first day to 17:00 on the last. Teaching is in English and awards 8.1 ECTS. Prior protein-chemistry training, Python, Unix and a laptop are required. The fee is DKK 16,080; eligible Danish-university and NorDoc PhD students are exempt. Danish PhD students have seat priority; other applicants wait until the 3 January deadline before remaining places are allocated.