Protein purification and biophysical characterisation

21-22 April 2022
University of Bedfordshire, Luton, UK

Earlybird registration deadline: 21 February 2022

Protein purification and biophysical characterisation of the resulting protein are two major disciplines in modern biochemistry, both widely used in basic academic research and in industry. The equipment used to purify proteins continues to evolve in both functionality and utility. This training course, hosted at the University of Bedfordshire’s STEM Building, aims to expose participants to the latest hardware involved in protein purification and biophysical measurements of the hydrodynamic radius and sedimentation properties of a protein in the presence and absence of a divalent metal ion.

Attendees will gain hands-on experience of AKTA START protein purification systems and Fluidity One, a bench top instrument that provides quick, reliable assessment of protein hydrodynamic radius at low concentrations and volumes that are not possible by other methods such as dynamic light scattering. A live link with UCL’s Department of Structural and Molecular Biology will demonstrate to learners how the multiwavelength Optima Analytical Ultracentrifuge (AUC) analyses samples in their native state under biologically relevant solution conditions. Lectures will provide background theory on the techniques used to ensure a comprehensive introduction to protein purification, microfluidics and AUC.

Delegates at this training event are encouraged to bring posters to help stimulate discussion. These could include examples of your work with proteins, opportunities to troubleshoot issues you have come across in working with proteins or examples of how you might want to apply skills learned at the event to your research.

There is no need to submit an abstract, and poster boards and velcro will be provided.

Biochemical Society Bursaries

We offer a wide variety of bursaries to help you attend this training 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 £150 to support the attendance of Full, Early Career, and Student members at our face-to-face training events.

Carer Support Grants: We recognise that care needs and requirements can vary from individual to individual. Carer Support Grants are available to members who require support with additional care costs associated with their participation in a Biochemical Society event or course.

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.

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