Seattle Proteome Center (SPC)
NHLBI Proteomics Center at the Institute for Systems Biology

PROTEOMICS INFORMATICS COURSE AT ISB: May 12-16, 2008

Course Objective

The SPC is pleased to offer a five-day intensive in the use of a suite of open-source software tools designed for the analysis, validation, storage and interpretation of data obtained from large-scale quantitative proteomics experiments using stable isotope labeling method, multi-dimensional chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry. Through daily lectures and tutorials, each course participant should become proficient in the use of the tools; For more details about content, see syllabus and lecture slides from November 2007. A link to the application can be found below.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite for participation in the course is a demonstrated understanding in the operation of tandem mass spectrometers, the basic structure and interpretation of peptide MS/MS spectra and proficiency in the use of computers. A commitment to attend the entire course is also required.

Details

Applications must be received by April 1, 2008; successful applicants will be notified by April 4 and will be given instructions on how to register. A non-refundable, non-transferrable administrative fee will be charged to each participant accepted into the class and registration is considered complete when this fee is received (deadline -- April 21).

• Location: Institute for Systems Biology, Seattle, Washington
• Dates: Monday, May 12, 9am through Friday, May 16, 5pm.
      Participants must commit to attending the entire course.
• Fees: A non-refundable, non-transferrable administrative fee will be charged to
     successful applicants and is due at the time of registration which follows notice of
   acceptance.
         Non-profit participants - $250
         Industry participants - $500
     This fee is waived for participants from NHLBI-funded proteome centers.
• Lodging, Meals and Transportation: These expenses and arrangements are the responsibility of the participants. An information sheet with suggestions for local accommodations will be provided to confirmed participants.

Application deadline: April 1, 2008

Registration deadline: April 21, 2008

Get application here.

If you require early acceptance or a letter of invitation for visa purposes, please apply first and immediately let us know what you need; direct a request by contacting the Center. Visas can take 6-8 weeks!