4th Workshop on Membrane Proteins
24 - 26 April 2023
Aston University, Birmingham 

Early booking deadline: Friday 10 March 2023

The 4th UK Workshop on Membrane Proteins training event will focus on the function of biological membranes and the biophysical techniques available to study their components in the context of biology and biotechnology. This event will comprise lectures, computer, and laboratory-based practical sessions.

Key learning objectives

1. To understand the basics of membrane protein purification using cutting edge methods.  
2. To be able to describe the principles and applications of biophysical approaches to studying membrane proteins.
3. To be able to undertake practical activities to understand membrane proteins.

Prerequisites

Attendees should have a basic grasp of membrane protein structure and function and protein biochemistry more widely. No particular practical experience is required, although some lab experience would be beneficial.

DISCOUNT OPPORTUNITY!

Access a £25 discount when you book to attend both this conference and our event: 'Molecular Mechanism of Membrane Proteins', taking place following this training event from 26 - 28 April 2023 in Birmingham. To benefit from this discount, book your place on 'Molecular Mechanism of Membrane Proteins' and use the discount code in your confirmation email to book your place on this training event. 

Speakers The 4th UK Workshop on Membrane Proteins training event, will feature the following speakers: 

• Andrew Quigley
• Vincent Postis
• Alice Rothnie
• Bonnie Wallace
• Alan Goddard
• Steve Muench
• Naomi Pollock
• Corinne Spickett
• John Simms
• Boyan Bonev
• Luke Clifton.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for this meeting. For more details and to find out how you can get involved, please contact Hannah Atkins, Sponsorship & Grants Manager.

Event sponsored by:

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Biochemical Society Bursaries

We offer a wide variety of bursaries to help you attend this event and save money on registration fees! Apply during the registration process for any of the following schemes:

Full, Early Career, and Student Bursaries: We offer bursaries of up to £300 to support the attendance of Full, Early Career, and Student members at our face-to-face and online scientific meetings, training events, and courses.

General Travel Grants: Funding of up to £750 is available to support attendance at scientific meetings, training courses, or lab visits. Available for Postgraduate, Early Career, Full, and Emeritus members. 

Care and Assistance Grants: We recognise that care needs and requirements can vary from individual to individual. These grants provide additional funding to cover participation in a Society meeting or training course. The grant is open to all additional support needs, including but not limited to, carer support, childcare, disability, and accessibility needs.

Stay Connected Bursaries: If you are currently on a career break, or have recently returned to work, these bursaries make it easier for members to remain engaged with the scientific community by covering the registration fees. Requests for financial support towards accommodation and travel will also be considered.

Online Attendance Grants: These grants are available to cover the livestream registration fee at a Society meeting. 

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