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Registration Open | One-Week Structural Biology Data Analysis Workshop
Experimental and AI-driven approaches to disease understanding
The Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) and the Indian Structural Data Archive (ISDA), in collaboration with the Protein Data Bank in Europe (PDBe), are pleased to announce the Structural Biology Data Analysis Workshop, a pre-conference training programme associated with the Computational Biology Conference (CBC 3.0).
This hybrid workshop aims to provide participants with practical exposure to modern approaches to structural biology data analysis, integrating experimental methods with AI-driven tools to advance our understanding of biological systems and disease mechanisms.
Key Topics Include:
-Python for structural biology
-Structural biology data analysis
-PDBe and 3D-Beacons APIs
-Mutation impact analysis
-Structural analysis
-AI models in structural biology
-Water–protein interactions
Workshop Schedule:
-Online sessions: 23–27 November 2026
-Offline sessions: 7–8 December 2026
Who Can Apply?
PhD students and working professionals interested in structural biology, computational biology, bioinformatics, and AI-driven biological research.
Maximum participants: 40
Venue:
Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC), Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad, Haryana, India.
Join us for this collaborative training initiative bringing together structural biology resources, computational approaches, and emerging AI methodologies.
Register now:
ibdc.dbt.gov.in/cbc/workshop
Share this opportunity with colleagues, researchers, and students who may be interested!
#StructuralBiology #Bioinformatics #ComputationalBiology #ArtificialIntelligence #AIinBiology #DataAnalysis #IBDC #ISDA #PDBe #CBC3 #ResearchTraining #Workshop @BricDbt @DBTIndia @rajesh_gokhale @ArvindK_Sahu @deb030903 @dtnair @dineshgupt @Shashank_scfbio @unescorcb
Computational Biology Conference 3.0 — Registration Now Open
We are excited to announce that CBC 3.0 (3rd edition of Computational Biology Conference) will be held from December 9–11, 2026 at the Prof. MK Bhan Auditorium, Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad.
CBC 3.0 is organized by the Indian Biological Data Centre (#IBDC), supported by the Department of Biotechnology and hosted at Regional Centre for Biotechnology, brings together researchers working at the interface of experimental biology, computational biology, and AI-driven approaches to biological data.
Registration is open from September 9 to October 15, 2026. Register here: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/cbc/
Pre-Conference Workshop
Experimental and AI-driven approach to disease understanding: A collaborative effort by Protein Data Bank in Europe (PDBe) and #ISDA, a one-week structural biology data analysis workshop, running online November 23–27, 2026, followed by an offline session on December 7–8, 2026.
Speakers
CBC 3.0 features an outstanding line-up of speakers from India and abroad, including:
Prof. Paul D. Thomas (University of Southern California; Director, Gene Ontology Consortium; Director, UniProt Consortium)
Dr. Jennifer Fleming (PDBe Coordinator, EMBL-EBI, UK)
Dr. Matthew Hartley (Team Leader, BioImage Archive / EMPIAR, EMBL-EBI, UK)
Prof. Yasukazu Nakamurau (National Institute of Genetics & SOKENDAI, Japan)
Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal (Oregon State University; Program Director, NSF, USA)
Prof. Anurag Agrawall (Dean, Biosciences and Health Research, Ashoka University)
Prof. B Gopal (Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru)
Prof. Debnath Pall, Prof. B. Gopal (Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru)
Prof. Gajendra Raghava (IIIT Delhi)
Dr. Amit Duttt (University of Delhi South Campus)
Prof. Sandhya Koushikaa (TIFR, Mumbai)
Dr. Bratati Kahali (Centre for Brain Research, IISc Campus, Bengaluru)
Dr. Dhiraj Dhotre (National Centre for Cell Science, Pune)
Dr. Durba Sengupta (CSIR-NCL, Pune)
Dr. Krithika Rangarajan (AIIMS, New Delhi)
Prof. Nachimuthu Senthil Kumar (Mizoram University)
Prof. Neel Sarovar Bhavesh (ICGEB, New Delhi)
Dr. Sabarinathan Radhakrishnan (NCBS, Bengaluru)
Dr. Sarangthem Indira Devi (BRIC-IBSD, Imphal)
Dr. Shantanu Sengupta (CSIR-IGIB, New Delhi)
Details
Dates: December 9–11, 2026
Venue: Prof. MK Bhan Auditorium, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad
Registration window: September 9 – October 15, 2026
Website: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/cbc/
Contact: [email protected]
Learn more about IBDC: ibdc.dbt.gov.in
We look forward to seeing you at CBC 3.0!
#CBC3 #ComputationalBiology #IBDC #RCB #Bioinformatics #AIinBiology @DBTIndia @unescorcb
@rajesh_gokhale @ArvindK_Sahu @deb030903 @dtnair @Shashank_scfbio @dineshgupt @BricDbt @icarindia @ICMRDELHI @CSIR_IND
Computational Biology Conference 3.0 — Registration Now Open
We are excited to announce that CBC 3.0 (3rd edition of Computational Biology Conference) will be held from December 9–11, 2026 at the Prof. MK Bhan Auditorium, Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad.
CBC 3.0 is organized by the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC), Regional Centre for Biotechnology, a UNESCO Category 2 Centre, and brings together researchers working at the interface of experimental biology, computational biology, and AI-driven approaches to biological data.
Registration is open from September 9 to October 15, 2026. Register here: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/cbc/
Pre-Conference Workshop
Experimental and AI-driven approach to disease understanding: A collaborative effort by PDBe and ISDA A one-week structural biology data analysis workshop, running online November 23–27, 2026, followed by an offline session on December 7–8, 2026.
Speakers
CBC 3.0 features an outstanding line-up of speakers from India and abroad, including:
Prof. Paul D. Thomas (University of Southern California; Director, Gene Ontology Consortium; Director, UniProt Consortium)
Dr. Jennifer Fleming (PDBe Coordinator, EMBL-EBI, UK)
Dr. Matthew Hartley (Team Leader, BioImage Archive / EMPIAR, EMBL-EBI, UK)
Prof. Yasukazu Nakamurau (National Institute of Genetics & SOKENDAI, Japan)
Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal (Oregon State University; Program Director, NSF, USA)
Prof. Anurag Agrawall (Dean, Biosciences and Health Research, Ashoka University)
Prof. B Gopal (Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru)
Prof. Debnath Pall, Prof. B. Gopal (Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru)
Prof. Gajendra Raghava (IIIT Delhi)
Dr. Amit Duttt (University of Delhi South Campus)
Prof. Sandhya Koushikaa (TIFR, Mumbai)
Dr. Bratati Kahali (Centre for Brain Research, IISc Campus, Bengaluru)
Dr. Dhiraj Dhotre (National Centre for Cell Science, Pune)
Dr. Durba Sengupta (CSIR-NCL, Pune)
Dr. Krithika Rangarajan (AIIMS, New Delhi)
Prof. Nachimuthu Senthil Kumar (Mizoram University)
Prof. Neel Sarovar Bhavesh (ICGEB, New Delhi)
Dr. Sabarinathan Radhakrishnan (NCBS, Bengaluru)
Dr. Sarangthem Indira Devi (BRIC-IBSD, Imphal)
Dr. Shantanu Sengupta (CSIR-IGIB, New Delhi)
Details
Dates: December 9–11, 2026
Venue: Prof. MK Bhan Auditorium, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad
Registration window: September 9 – October 15, 2026
Website: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/cbc/
Contact: [email protected]
Learn more about IBDC: ibdc.dbt.gov.in Learn more about RCB: rcb.res.in/
We look forward to seeing you at CBC 3.0!
#CBC3 #ComputationalBiology #IBDC #RCB #Bioinformatics #AIinBiology
@rajesh_gokhale @DBTIndia @unescorcb @deb030903 @dtnair @Shashank_scfbio @dineshgupt
Celebrating 5 Years of the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC)!
Five years ago, IBDC began with a clear vision, to provide India with a trusted national home for biological data. Today, that vision has grown into a vibrant ecosystem that supports data submission, curation, analysis, and long-term archival across diverse life science domains.
Over the past five years, IBDC has enabled researchers across the country through repositories and platforms spanning nucleotide, array, proteome, metabolome, imaging, structural, and phenome data, while powering knowledge discovery and advanced computational analysis through resources such as BioNode, 3DMMR, and the BRAHM High Performance Computational Resource.
IBDC also serves as a data hub for several national initiatives, strengthening collaborative and data-driven research across India.
This milestone belongs to our entire community, researchers, collaborators, curators, developers, partner institutions, and supporters who have contributed to building a robust and FAIR-aligned biological data ecosystem for the nation. Thank you Department of Biotechnology for continued support.
As we celebrate this journey, we look ahead to the next chapter of data-driven science, collaboration, and innovation.
Happy 5th Anniversary, IBDC!
Stay tuned for more updates
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@DBTIndia @unescorcb @rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt @ArvindK_Sahu @deb030903
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@DBT_inStem @NABI_India @bric_ils @HydNiab
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IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
🧬 Curiosity in the classroom. Discovery at RCB.
RCB was delighted to host the students of K.R. Mangalam International School, where they interacted with scientists, and experienced biotechnology beyond the classroom. 🔬✨
@ArvindK_Sahu @Shivani38107628 @BricDbt @DBTIndia
Happening Today!
IBDC Seminar Series 2026 – Join us for the July Webinar.
Join our upcoming webinar to explore how the 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC can bridge the gap between experimental data and AI-driven models. Discover how to leverage our newly added AI-based modeling resources, mine deep structural annotations, and evaluate mutational impacts on binding affinities in real time.
Session: "Evaluating Binding Interactions: Experimental vs. AI-Driven Model Structures."
Key Webinar Highlights:
Next-Gen Resources: Deep-dive exploration of the AI-Based Modeling Resource at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC).
Comparative Analytics: Comparative Structural Alignment and Interaction Profiling.
Advanced Data Mining & Predictive AI Modeling: Hands-on activity
Mining of Structural Annotations and Genomic Variants Using ISDA API.
Date: July 28th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM (IST)
Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
E-certificates will be provided to all attendees who complete the full session.Assessing mutational impacts, molecular topologies, and binding affinities.
Learn more: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/isda/
Support: [email protected]
Open to all. Don't miss this opportunity to explore how 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC advance your research.
#StructuralBiology #DrugDiscovery #Biophysics #ArtificialIntelligence #MolecularModeling #ComputationalChemistry #PDB #IBDC #ISDAPortal
@DBTIndia @BricDbt @rajesh_gokhale @ArvindK_Sahu @Shashank_scfbio @dtnair @deb030903 @dineshgupt
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
IBDC Seminar Series 2026 – Join us for the July Webinar.
Join our upcoming webinar to explore how the 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC can bridge the gap between experimental data and AI-driven models. Discover how to leverage our newly added AI-based modeling resources, mine deep structural annotations, and evaluate mutational impacts on binding affinities in real time.
Session: "Evaluating Binding Interactions: Experimental vs. AI-Driven Model Structures."
Key Webinar Highlights:
Next-Gen Resources: Deep-dive exploration of the AI-Based Modeling Resource at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC).
Comparative Analytics: Comparative Structural Alignment and Interaction Profiling.
Advanced Data Mining & Predictive AI Modeling: Hands-on activity
Mining of Structural Annotations and Genomic Variants Using ISDA API.
Date: July 28th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM (IST)
Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
E-certificates will be provided to all attendees who complete the full session.Assessing mutational impacts, molecular topologies, and binding affinities.
Learn more: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/isda/
Support: [email protected]
Open to all. Don't miss this opportunity to explore how 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC advance your research.
#StructuralBiology #DrugDiscovery #Biophysics #ArtificialIntelligence #MolecularModeling #ComputationalChemistry #PDB #IBDC #ISDAPortal
@DBTIndia @BricDbt @rajesh_gokhale @ArvindK_Sahu @Shashank_scfbio @dtnair @deb030903 @dineshgupt
IBDC Seminar Series 2026 – Join us for the July Webinar.
Join our upcoming webinar to explore how the 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC can bridge the gap between experimental data and AI-driven models. Discover how to leverage our newly added AI-based modeling resources, mine deep structural annotations, and evaluate mutational impacts on binding affinities in real time.
Session: "Evaluating Binding Interactions: Experimental vs. AI-Driven Model Structures."
Key Webinar Highlights:
Next-Gen Resources: Deep-dive exploration of the AI-Based Modeling Resource at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC).
Comparative Analytics: Comparative Structural Alignment and Interaction Profiling.
Advanced Data Mining & Predictive AI Modeling: Hands-on activity
Mining of Structural Annotations and Genomic Variants Using ISDA API.
Date: July 28th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM (IST)
Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
E-certificates will be provided to all attendees who complete the full session.Assessing mutational impacts, molecular topologies, and binding affinities.
Learn more: ibdc.dbt.gov.in/isda/
Support: [email protected]
Open to all. Don't miss this opportunity to explore how 3D Macromolecular resources and services at IBDC advance your research.
#StructuralBiology #DrugDiscovery #Biophysics #ArtificialIntelligence #MolecularModeling #ComputationalChemistry #PDB #IBDC #ISDAPortal
@DBTIndia @BricDbt @rajesh_gokhale @ArvindK_Sahu @Shashank_scfbio @dtnair @deb030903 @dineshgupt
5 Years of Indian Nucleotide Data Archive (INDA) ! 🇮🇳🧬 at @ibdctweets
Over the past five years, INDA has supported India's growing genomics ecosystem by enabling the preservation, sharing, and discovery of biological data.
Thank you to our researchers, collaborators, and data contributors for being part of this journey.
Preserve • Share • Empower • Open Access
#INDA #IBDC #Genomics #OpenScience #FAIRData #Bioinformatics @DBTIndia @unescorcb @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @ArvindK_Sahu @deb030903 @dineshgupt @dtnair @Shashank_scfbio @89sanjay23
Thank You for Attending the June Webinar, on Introducing BioNode, a unified data analysis workbench for genomics and structural biology. Missed it! Watch the recording here: youtu.be/f1LzHwmiy6Y
@DBTIndia @unescorcb @Shashank_scfbio
@ArvindK_Sahu @dtnair @deb030903 @dineshgupt
📣 IBDC June Webinar
Introducing BioNode: a unified data analysis workbench for genomics & structural biology analysis.
🗓 June 4, 3 PM IST
🎓 E-certificates for registered attendees
Register 👇
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
@unescorcb @BricDbt @DBTIndia
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
A huge step towards strengthening India’s healthcare and genomic ecosystem.
Today, Hon'ble Union Minister @DrJitendraSingh dedicated #UMMID to the nation — a pioneering national framework for genetic screening, diagnosis, counselling, and training. UMMID marks a significant step in advancing early detection of genetic disorders, building nationwide capacity in medical genetics, and ensuring accessible healthcare solutions for future generations. Students and Scientists from @ICGEBNewDelhi also participated in this landmark event.
#UMMID #Genetics #Healthcare #Biotechnology #PrecisionMedicine #India #ScienceForSociety
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
"Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation" programme at Mahika Auditorium Prithvi Bhawan
Dr. @SuchitaNinawe, Scientist H, Department of Biotechnology (@DBTIndia), delivered the welcome address during the “Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation” programme.
Highlighting the impact of genetic disorders on families and the importance of affordable healthcare solutions, she emphasized how the UMMID initiative reflects the vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” through science for society and science for good.
She described UMMID as a beacon of hope for parents and children, working towards a healthier and inclusive India — because “UMMID se UMMID hai.”
#UMMID #ScienceForSociety #HealthcareInnovation
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
"Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation" programme at Mahika Auditorium Prithvi Bhawan
Dr. Ashwin Dalal, Senior Staff Scientist, @BRIC_CDFD, presented an overview of the UMMID Initiative during the programme, highlighting the growing global burden of genetic disorders and the need for accessible healthcare solutions.
The presentation focused on unique approaches for the management of inherited disorders, the financial and emotional impact on affected families, and the importance of early screening and diagnosis.
He also highlighted the outreach of the UMMID programme across 115 districts in India, including initiatives for screening pregnant women to enable early intervention and better healthcare outcomes.
#UMMID #DBTIndia #Genomics #RareDiseases #HealthcareInnovation
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
"Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation" programme at Mahika Auditorium Prithvi Bhawan
Dr. Madhulika Kabra, Professor Emeritus, @aiims_newdelhi, shared the achievements and success stories of the UMMID Initiative during the programme, highlighting its transformative impact on India’s genetic healthcare ecosystem.
From establishing dedicated training centres and building skilled manpower across states to strengthening newborn screening, prenatal diagnosis, and outreach in aspirational districts, the initiative is enabling early detection and preventive care for genetic disorders.
She highlighted that the programme has screened thousands of pregnant women and newborns, supported early diagnosis of treatable conditions, identified carrier couples for counselling, and helped prevent births affected by haemoglobin disorders through timely intervention.
#UMMID #RareDiseases #HealthcareInnovation #ScienceForSociety
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
"Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation" programme at Mahika Auditorium Prithvi Bhawan
Hon’ble @DrJitendraSingh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Science & Technology and Ministry of Earth Sciences; Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office; and Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, addressed the gathering during the “Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation” programme.
Reflecting on the importance of the UMMID initiative, he spoke about inherited genetic disorders that often remain neglected due to limited awareness and their rare occurrence.
He highlighted that in a vast country like India, major healthcare priorities and resources are often directed towards more prevalent diseases, leaving rare disorders with comparatively lesser attention and support.
He appreciated the Department of Biotechnology (@DBTIndia) for taking the visionary step of launching a dedicated programme like UMMID, despite the challenges associated with rare disease management.
He also emphasised the importance of capacity building, awareness, and specialised training for the diagnosis and management of rare genetic disorders, reinforcing the government’s commitment towards inclusive and accessible healthcare.
#UMMID #DBTIndia #HealthcareInnovation #RareDiseases #Genomics
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
From strengthening genetic diagnostic facilities to enabling early screening, counselling, and support for rare diseases, the UMMID Initiative is transforming genetic healthcare across India.
Through nationwide collaborations, capacity building, advanced diagnostics, and awareness generation, UMMID continues to make quality genetic healthcare more accessible and inclusive for all.
Watch how the initiative is creating impact through science, innovation, and healthcare outreach.
#UMMID #GeneticHealthcare #RareDiseases #HealthcareInnovation #ScienceForSociety
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
@SuchitaNinawe
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
"Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation" programme at Mahika Auditorium Prithvi Bhawan
Dr. @rajesh_gokhale, Secretary, (@DBTIndia) , DG @BricDbt & Chairmen @BIRAC_2012, addressed the gathering during the “Dedication of UMMID Network to the Nation” programme, highlighting the significance of the UMMID initiative in identifying genetic disorders among newborns through collaborative science and partnerships.
Explaining the meaning and spirit behind the word “UMMID”, Dr. Rajesh Gokhale emphasised how the programme is bringing hope to families across India through early diagnosis and scientific intervention. He highlighted India’s diversity as a valuable strength for research and innovation, enabling scientific advancements that benefit society at large.
He shared that the UMMID initiative has expanded through 5 NIDAN Kendras, 7 outreach centres, and 6 clinical centres, benefiting nearly 2.7 lakh individuals who may not have otherwise received timely diagnosis and support.
Stressing the importance of taking such impactful programmes to larger national platforms, he congratulated all stakeholders for developing and strengthening this transformative initiative.
#UMMID #DBTIndia #HealthcareInnovation #Genomics #RareDiseases
@DrJitendraSingh
@rajesh_gokhale
@BricDbt
@BRIC_CDFD @aiims_newdelhi
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
Dedicated the #UMMID (Unique Methods of Management of Inherited Disorders) Programme for Rare Genetic Disorders/ Diseases to the Nation. Possibly the first of it's kind, the programme has been designed by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology.
My Address Takeaways:
"India is steadily entering an era where healthcare, diagnosis and treatment will increasingly become genome-based, precision-driven and individualized according to the genetic profile of every patient.
Inherited Rare Genetic Disorders or Diseases remained neglected for decades because diagnosis itself was difficult, treatment inaccessible and medicines either unavailable or prohibitively expensive, making it essential to build a coordinated national mechanism to make diagnosis and management feasible, affordable and accessible for all families.
Rare Genetic Disorders represent a silent but deeply challenging public health burden, where families often spend years moving from one hospital to another in search of diagnosis and treatment. Despite affecting comparatively smaller populations, these disorders impose enormous emotional, social and financial hardship on affected families.
UMMID is a major step towards mitigation of the ordeal of families affected by Rare Genetic Disorders , and in general also towards the future of precision medicine in India, the Minister said the initiative would also prepare the country’s healthcare ecosystem for the next generation of gene and genome-based medical care".
IBDC (Indian Biological Data Centre) retweeted
Dedicated to the nation “UMMID” programme for “Rare Inherited Disorders/Diseases”.
Carrying forward the spirit of the @narendramodi government’s affordable, accessible healthcare policy