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What Is Molecular Docking?

Molecular docking is a key computational technique used to predict how a small molecule (ligand) binds to a target protein or receptor — and how strong that binding interaction is. It plays a central role in structure-based drug design and modern pharmaceutical research.

By simulating protein-ligand interactions digitally, researchers can rapidly screen thousands of potential drug candidates without costly lab experiments — dramatically accelerating the drug discovery pipeline.

This workshop gives you practical, hands-on experience with the industry's most widely used molecular docking tools, preparing you for real-world applications in research, academia, and the pharmaceutical industry.

Workshop Dates

21 to 30 July, 2026. Live trainer will take online sessions from 8 PM - 10 PM India time +5:30 GMT on Zoom.

What This Workshop Covers

A specialized 10-day online training designed for students, researchers, and life sciences professionals — covering molecular docking from fundamentals to advanced multi-molecular interaction models.

⏱️ 90–120 Mins Daily- Each live session runs 90 to 120 minutes of focused, interactive instruction with real-time Q&A.

🖥️ Work on Your Own Laptop/Desktop- Hands-on training where you install software and run docking experiments on your own computer.

🔴 Live Trainer on Zoom- A dedicated expert trainer guides every session live — not pre-recorded videos.

🎥 Session Recordings Included- Miss a session? No problem. Every session is recorded and shared with you for self-paced review.

🏅 Certificate on Completion- Receive a globally recognized BDG Lifesciences certificate with a unique barcode upon completing all tasks.

🌐 No Prior Experience Needed- The program is designed for both beginners and experienced researchers — all skill levels welcome.

Curriculum

Topics Covered in This Workshop

11 comprehensive topics spanning beginner to advanced molecular docking techniques — from active site prediction to complex multi-molecular interaction models.

01 Active Site Prediction

02 Single Ligand Docking

03 Multi-Ligand Docking

04 Protein–Protein Docking

05 Protein–DNA Docking

06 Protein–RNA Docking

07 Swiss Dock Server

08 Modeling via AlphaFold3 Server

09 Protein–Peptide Docking

10 Protein–Protein Conjugate Docking

11 Protein–Metal Based Ligand Docking

Software & Tools

Industry-Standard Tools You Will Learn

Get hands-on experience with the most widely used bioinformatics and molecular docking software in research and pharma industries worldwide.

⚗️ AutoDock Vina

🔗 HDOCK

🔷 HEX

📐 PYRx

🧬 AlphaFold3 Server

🌐 Swiss Dock Server

Why these tools matter: AutoDock Vina, HDOCK, HEX, and PYRx are among the most cited docking tools in peer-reviewed pharmaceutical and structural biology research. Mastering them significantly enhances your credibility in academic and industry job applications.

How It Works

Our Hands-On Training Methodology

A practical, application-driven approach — not just theory. Every session is designed for real-world skill development.

Install & Set Up on Your Own Computer- You work on your own laptop or desktop using bioinformatics software. The trainer walks you through installation and setup from scratch — no prior setup required.
Live Step-by-Step Trainer Demonstration- A live expert trainer demonstrates each molecular docking technique in real-time on Zoom. You follow along, perform the same steps, and get instant support.
Hands-On Practical Exercises- Perform real docking experiments covering ligand and protein preparation, docking execution, visualization, and result interpretation and analysis.
Live Q&A and Troubleshooting- Ask questions and get errors resolved in real-time during every session. The trainer stays with you — no question goes unanswered.
Session Recordings for Self-Paced Revision- Every session is recorded and shared with you after class. Revisit any topic as many times as you need at your own pace.

Your Instructor

Meet Your Expert Trainer

Learn from one of India's foremost bioinformatics experts — directly, live, and interactively.

👩‍🔬 Sharvari Kulkarni | CTO, BDG Lifesciences | Bioinformatics & Computational Drug Design Expert

Sharvari Kulkarni is a leading expert in Bioinformatics, specializing in Drug Design, Molecular Simulations, Dynamics, and Network Pharmacology. As CTO and core member of the technical team at BDG Lifesciences, she has trained thousands of participants across the globe, consistently receiving over 90% positive feedback for her structured lesson plans, patient teaching style, and deep subject mastery.

Her expertise spans computer-aided drug design, molecular docking on both Windows and Linux platforms, and MD simulations using Schrödinger's Desmond Maestro and GROMACS. With over 15 research papers published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, she also guides student research projects and serves on international academic and industry panels — including as a speaker on global computational biology platforms.

15+ Research Papers Published

90%+ Positive Feedback Rate

1,000+ Participants Trained

Global International Speaker

Who Should Attend

This Workshop Is Designed For

Whether you are a student, researcher, or industry professional — this program is built for you.

🎓 Students & Faculty

B.Sc., M.Sc. & Ph.D. students
Faculty & professors in life sciences
Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology
Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Bioinformatics, Genetics & Plant Science
Biomedical Technology & Immunology

🏭 Industry Professionals

Scientists in biotech & pharma companies
Researchers in bioinformatics firms
Professionals in regulatory agencies
Academia-based research scientists

🌱 Beginners & Career Switchers

No prior docking experience required
Job seekers entering pharma & biotech
Professionals upskilling in drug discovery
Researchers expanding into computational biology

Program Benefits

Why You Should Attend This Workshop

Everything you need to go from zero to job-ready in molecular docking — in just 10 days.

📚 Comprehensive Theory + Practice- Gain both theoretical knowledge and real hands-on skills across 11 molecular docking techniques in a single program.

🔴 Live Training — Not Pre-Recorded- Ask questions, get errors fixed, and interact with your trainer in real-time — a genuine classroom experience, online.

🎥 Access to Session Videos- All sessions are recorded and shared. Miss a class or want to revise? Watch as many times as you need.

💊 Industry-Relevant Skills- Master tools used daily in pharmaceutical research, drug discovery, and computational structural biology labs worldwide.

🖼️ Publication-Ready Visualizations- Learn to prepare high-quality docking result images suitable for submission in research journals and academic publications.

🏅 Globally Recognized Certificate- Earn a verified BDG Lifesciences certificate with a unique barcode — a credible addition to your CV and LinkedIn profile.

Career Impact

How This Workshop Helps Your Career

Molecular docking expertise is one of the most in-demand skills in computational biology and pharmaceutical research. Here is how this certification directly benefits you.

For Students & Researchers- Adds high-value computational skills to your academic profile and directly supports research in molecular modeling, drug-target interaction studies, and drug discovery projects.

For Industry Professionals- Applies computational docking methods for lead optimization, virtual screening, and structure-based drug design — directly relevant to pharma R&D workflows.

For Faculty & Academicians- Enhances teaching in computational biology and life sciences, and opens new directions for funded research in bioinformatics and drug design.

For Job Seekers- Improves employability in biotech, pharma, and healthcare sectors — industries where molecular docking proficiency in AutoDock Vina, HDOCK, and PYRx is actively sought.

Registration Fee

Simple, Transparent Pricing

One fee for all participants. No hidden charges. Includes live sessions, session recordings, and completion certificate.

Participants in India

₹8,999

Indian Rupees — same for all Indian participants

Global

Participants Outside India

$98

US Dollars — same for all international participants

Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Please read the full T&C below before registering.

Why Choose Us

Why Choose BDG Lifesciences for Molecular Docking Training?

With 15+ years of bioinformatics training experience and a global reputation, BDG Lifesciences is the trusted choice for serious learners.

✓ 15+ Years of Bioinformatics Training- Established in 2010 — one of India's most experienced bioinformatics training organizations, globally recognized.

✓ Government Registered Organization- MSME-registered under the Government of India (UDYAM-UP-01-0019151). Authorized in Australia & New Zealand through BBR Group Pty Ltd.

✓ Expert Trainer with Real Research Experience- Your trainer holds 15+ published research papers and has spoken at international conferences in computational biology.

✓ Practical, Application-Based Learning- No passive watching. You install, run, and analyze real docking experiments on your own computer every day.

✓ Live + Recorded: Best of Both Worlds- Attend live for interaction and get recordings for revision. You never miss a concept regardless of your schedule.

✓ Verified Certificate with Unique Barcode- Our certificates carry a unique barcode for verification — trusted by employers and academic institutions worldwide.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before registering for this molecular docking online workshop.

Do I need prior experience in molecular docking to join this workshop? No prior experience in molecular docking or bioinformatics is required. This program is specifically designed to take you from beginner to confident practitioner, covering both fundamental concepts and advanced techniques across 10 days.

What software and tools will I learn in this molecular docking course? You will get hands-on training with AutoDock Vina, HDOCK, HEX, PYRx, AlphaFold3 Server, and Swiss Dock Server — all industry-standard tools used in pharmaceutical research and computational drug discovery worldwide.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the molecular docking workshop? Yes. Upon successful completion of all tasks assigned by the trainer, you will receive a BDG Lifesciences certificate of completion via email. The certificate carries a unique barcode for verification and can be printed on heavy cardstock or photo paper.

Are the sessions recorded? What if I miss a class? Yes, all sessions are recorded. If you miss a session, you can still complete the corresponding tasks by watching the recording at your own pace. Recordings are shared via YouTube using the Gmail ID you provide at registration.

What is the registration fee for this online molecular docking workshop? The fee is ₹8,999 for participants in India and $98 USD for participants outside India. The fee is the same for all participants within each category — students, researchers, and professionals alike. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

What computer or laptop do I need for this workshop? You need a personal computer or laptop with internet connectivity. The trainer will guide you through the installation of all required software during the sessions. Both Windows and Linux platforms are supported.

Will this molecular docking certificate help in my research or job applications? Absolutely. Molecular docking skills are highly valued in pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic research environments. This certificate — combined with hands-on proficiency in AutoDock Vina, HDOCK, and other tools — adds measurable credibility to your CV, LinkedIn profile, and research portfolio.

How do I register for the BDG Lifesciences Molecular Docking Workshop? Click the "Register Now" button on this page and complete the registration form. After payment, check your confirmation email for next steps. For any queries, contact us at [email protected] or chat with our AI Assistant George on the website.

Registration

How To Register

Secure your spot in 3 simple steps — seats are limited for each batch.

1️⃣ Click Register Now- Click the Register Now button and select number of tickets you want to buy..

2️⃣ Check Your Confirmation Email- After successful payment, check your email for a confirmation with registration details and next steps.

3️⃣ Receive Your Zoom Link- Once registration closes, you'll receive the Zoom meeting link and be added to the workshop WhatsApp group.

📧 Need help? Email us at [email protected] or chat with our AI Assistant George at bdglifesciences.com

T & C

For this event the Fee is same for all participants which is $ 98 US equivalent to 8999 Indian Rupees.
Please provide a GMAIL ID for registration as the recorded video session will be provided on YouTube. Kindly provide that email ID by which you use YouTube.
Video recording of each session will be provided at the end of the session to give the user a unique learning experience.
Interactive training sessions will be conducted on Google Meet/Zoom so to give users a better learning experience.
As it is with a LIVE TRAINER hence practical application, i.e., the experiments/tasks to be performed can be done in the best explainable manner.
In this Online Workshop, there will be a LIVE trainer who will solve queries along with training.
The program is SELF-PACED. After each session video of that particular session will be shared with you so you can go through as many times as you want and perfect yourself in the topics & tasks.
If you miss any session then NO PROBLEM you can still perform the tasks by going through the video of that particular session.
Make sure you register under the right category. If you register under the wrong category then your registration will be invalid and NO REFUND WILL BE MADE IN THIS CASE. This is your mistake and the company is not responsible for it.
To avoid this do read the description of the ticket before selecting and proceeding with payment.
You need to upload your professional ID which can be your Student ID Card or Research Institute ID Card or Company ID Card. DO NOT UPLOAD EXPIRED ID OR ANY GOVERNMENT ID LIKE AADHAR, PAN, you have to upload professional ID.
If you are currently not employed or not studying, you may upload the professional ID from your previous affiliation (degree or company), provided you are registering under the correct category. If you are in India, or will be in India at the time of the workshop or training or research project, your category will be Participants in India, and you can upload any valid ID (including one from your previous affiliation). If, at the time of the workshop or training or research project, you are not in India, your category will be Participants outside India, and you can upload any valid ID.
After registration, you will join the workshop's WhatsApp group. If you have registered in the "Participants in India" category, you must join using an Indian phone number only.
The certificate will be issued as per the details which you provide in the registration form while registering before payment.
Once you register relax we will send you the meeting link after the workshop registration gets over.
We want to make sure that you learn properly hence the training certificate will be given ONLY on successful completion of all the tasks given by the trainer.
The certificates of all our Online programs are sent by email(softcopy) which has a unique barcode. You can take a print of that on heavy cardstock or photo paper and get it laminated if required.
The registration is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE.
BDG Lifesciences reserves the right of admission in all our programs.
If you are removed or your registration is canceled then there will be no answer to that. We have our own reasons for such an act of ours
If we do not wish to give this workshop to any participant then we will refund their amount.
You should also read the Terms & Conditions page as well as the FAQs page. For any assistance kindly chat with our AI Assistant George on the website www.bdglifesciences.com.

BDG LifeSciences

BDG LifeSciences is a distinguished bioinformatics company established in 2010 and operates globally. Headquartered in India, the company specializes in facilitating workshops, training programs, novel and innovative research projects, and online courses in bioinformatics and life sciences. BDG LifeSciences is registered under the Ministry of MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises), Government of India, with the registration number UDYAM-UP-01-0019151. In January 2024, BDG LifeSciences, India, has authorized BBR Group Pty Ltd., Australia (ACN 608 550 849), to operate its programs in Australia and New Zealand.

With a strong focus on the practical application of technology, BDG LifeSciences provides hands-on training where participants work on their own computers/laptops using specialized software and servers. The company has been a leader in this sector for the last 16 years, successfully educating a diverse range of participants, including students, scientists, faculty members, professors, and corporate executives worldwide.