ELIXIR Belgium

18

July

2016

MLG & friends: trends and future in data science and bioinformatics

This workshop (18 July 2016) is organised by the ULB Machine Learning Group and aims to present the current and future perspectives of former and current ULB MLG researchers in data science and bioinformatics. More information.

7-8

November

2016

ELIXIR Belgium Workshop: Introduction to Genomics Analysis

This two-day workshop (7-8 November 2016) will get researchers more familiar with genomics data. The focus is on Linux, command line tools and visualisation in R. The workshop is aimed at researchers in the life sciences at all career stages and is designed for learners with little to no prior knowledge of Linux and command line tools, programming in R or biological networks in…

14-17

November

2016

NGS 2016 Benelux: workshop & conference

This workshop and conference (14-17 November 2016) is organised by the Interuniversity Institute of Bioinformatics in Brussels - (IB)² and Genome Diagnostics Nijmegen.

6-8

December

2016

Big data mining in Life Sciences

This two-day hands-on training (6-7 December 2016) is organised by Biopark Formation and the Interuniversity Institute of Bioinformatics in Brussels - (IB)².

30-1

May/Jun

2017

BrAPI BYOD Hackathon

This three-day workshop (30 May - 1 June 2017) will showcase the potential of FAIR data in the context of plant research and will host a hackathon to make the interoperability platform within the plant domain (BrAPI) FAIR reusing the general accepted MIAPPE standards and assessing data validation with ISA-TOOLS. Organised by ELIXIR Belgium and ELIXIR The…

11-13

September

2017

Bio-molecular data-mining

Three days training (11-13 September 2017) for life scientists. Aims to introduce the concepts as well as hands-on skills to the data mining and machine learning techniques that are able to analyse biomedical data. Target audience: doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers in life sciences. Number of places: limited to 30; for half of the places, priority is given to UAntwerpen PhD…

14-15

September

2017

Functional Plant Bioinformatics

Using PLAZA to get more out of your plant omics data This two-day workshop (14-15 September 2017) will introduce the basic concepts of comparative and functional -omics data analysis in plants through lectures and practical hands-on sessions. Both plant biologists and geneticists with an interest in bioinformatics, data analysis, and comparative & regulatory genomics should attend…

5-6

October

2017

Python for data processing

Two-day data processing course (5-6 October 2017). This course starts with an introduction to the language, its simple datatypes and control structures, moving on to its more complex data structures, and classes. The emphasis is on how to use Python to solve real world problems in the domain of data transformation relevant to scientific computing. Subjects such as regular expressions,…

23

January

2018

Quick introduction to RStudio

This short course “Quick introduction to RStudio” (23 January 2018) aims at introducing the basic features in RStudio to get started with R. It will follow-up with a workshop in data manipulation using tidyverse. The course is open to PhD students, researchers and industry staff in life-sciences; no prior programming knowledge is needed. The trainer for this course is Paula…

19

February

2018

Foundations of R for beginners

Short hands-on workshop (19 February 2018) aimed at people who wish to start learning R from scratch. No previous experience with R or other programming languages is expected. The trainer for this course is Paula Andrea, ELIXIR Belgium’s Bioinformatics and Data Skills trainer. The workshop is organised by ELIXIR Belgium together with VUB. More information and registration on this…

21

February

2018

Introduction to tidyverse (Antwerp)

Tidyverse is a collection of R-packages used for data manipulation, exploration and visualisation. This half-day course “Introduction to tidyverse” (21 February 2018) aims at introducing the tidyverse packages in order to increase productivity of data handling. The course is open to PhD students, researchers and industry staff in life-sciences. A basic knowledge of the R…

5

March

2018

Introduction to tidyverse (Leuven)

Tidyverse is a collection of R-packages used for data manipulation, exploration and visualisation. This half-day course “Introduction to tidyverse” (5 March 2018) aims at introducing the tidyverse packages in order to increase productivity of data handling. The course is open to PhD students, researchers and industry staff in life-sciences. A basic knowledge of the R programming…

7

March

2018

Introduction to tidyverse (Ghent)

Tidyverse is a collection of R-packages used for data manipulation, exploration and visualisation. This half-day course “Introduction to tidyverse” (7 March 2018) aims at introducing the tidyverse packages in order to increase productivity of data handling. The course is open to PhD students, researchers and industry staff in life-sciences. A basic knowledge of the R programming…

13

March

2018

Introduction to tidyverse R (Brussels)

Tidyverse is a collection of R-packages used for data manipulation, exploration and visualisation. This half-day course “Introduction to tidyverse” (13 March 2018) aims at introducing the tidyverse packages in order to increase productivity of data handling. The course is open to PhD students, researchers and industry staff in life-sciences. A basic knowledge of the R programming…

24

April

2018

My code changed and using Git I know where and when

This short workshop gets you started with Git from zero and is intended for life scientists who have an existing project with code (in any language) or text files that need track of changes. This workshop is organised by ELIXIR Belgium; the trainer is Paula Andrea Martinez. More information and registration on this link.

12-13

June

2018

Data Carpentry workshop

Workshops on the fundamental data skills for data-driven research. This workshop is aimed at researchers and graduate students who want to be introduced to the following topics: R for reproducible analysis, introduction to databases and data organisation using spreadsheets. If you have a bit of exposure to R, this workshop is for you, we will use packages from tidyverse like ggplot2 and…

15

June

2018

Protein Structure Analysis (Workshop as a Service)

This training is organised in the framework of the ELIXIR Implementation study “Using clouds and VMs for bioinformatics training”. This training session will provide the basics of protein structure determination and how this information is stored in databases. We will explore and search in online databases containing protein structure information. With the aid of the Yasara View…

25

June

2018

Git for Humans

This short workshop gets you started with Git from zero and is intended for life scientists who have an existing project with code (in any language) or text files that need track of changes. This workshop is organised by ELIXIR Belgium; the trainer is Paula Andrea Martinez. More information and registration on this link.

26

June

2018

Galaxy training

Galaxy is an open software framework that enables researchers without informatics expertise to perform computational biology analyses through the web. This training aims to familiarise you with the Galaxy user interface. It will teach you how to perform basic tasks such as importing data, running tools, working with histories, creating workflows, and sharing your work. The course is…

20-21

August

2018

Train the Trainer workshop

Two-day workshop for individuals involved in teaching and training in bioinformatics and related fields. The workshop covers learning principles and how they apply to training, training techniques that can be used to enhance the learner engagement and participation, assessment and feedback in training, course and materials design. This ELIXIR Train the Trainer workshop is organised by…

26-31

August

2018

Belgian-Dutch Transcriptomics Data Analysis Summer School

The Summer School is an unmissable learning opportunity for all life scientists analysing transcriptomics data. The aim of the course is to keep up with recent developments in transcriptome data analysis and bring own data along to analyse during the course under the supervision of expert trainers. This will provide the ultimate hands-on experience in Next Generation Sequencing data…

1-6

Oct/May

2018

Toegepaste Bio-informatica in de medische moleculaire diagnostiek

This course is currently only offered in Dutch Deze navormingscyclus is gericht op medewerkers die werkzaam zijn in de medische moleculaire diagnostiek en wordt georganiseerd door AZ Sint-Jan campus Brugge, UZ Gent en Hogeschool West-Vlaanderen (Howest) campus Brugge. Het doel van deze opleiding is om meer inzicht te verwerven in de bio-informatica processen die toegepast worden in de…

10

October

2018

Public Proteomics Data Reprocessing and the Tabloid Proteome

One-day ELIXIR course on public proteomics data reprocessing and the Tabloid Proteome. Tabloid Proteome is a database of protein association network generated using publically available mass spectrometry based experiments in PRIDE. These associations represent a broad scala of biological associations between pairs of proteins that goes well beyond mere binary protein interactions. …

24-25

October

2018

Computing skills for reproducible research: Software Carpentry

Two-day workshop (24-25 October 2018) on good development practices that encourage efficient and reproducible research computing. This workshop is aimed at researchers in life -sciences who need to analyse data, even if not full time. The target participant has the need to read and use Python scripts, the interest to understand better how the code works and the will to pursue efficiency.…

6

November

2018

NGS Introduction using Galaxy

This one-day workshop will introduce you to the Galaxy user interface using NGS data. You will learn how to import data, run tools, work with histories, and create workflows. After this short course, you will be able to perform computational biology analyses through the web. This workshop is organised by ELIXIR Belgium; the trainer for the workshop is Paula Andrea Martinez.…

13-14

May

2019

Data Carpentry Genomics

This Data Carpentry Workshop, with a special focus on sequence handling for variant calling using the cloud resources, will introduce you to Genomic concepts and scripting. For those unfamiliar with the concept, Data Carpentry aims at systematically delivering workshops on the fundamental data skills needed to conduct research. The instructors are Mateusz Kuzak, Toby Hodges and Christof…

15

May

2019

4 OSS - Best practices in Open Software

The 4 Open Software Recommendations are designed around Open Science values, and provide practical suggestions that contribute to making research software and its source code more discoverable, reusable and transparent. These recommendations recognise that not everyone can or want to make their software open from day one, but encourage to learn from the recommendations and adapt them as…

20-21

May

2019

Data Carpentry workshop

The goal of this two-days workshop is to initiate wet-lab scientists to reproducible data analysis with R. The “Data organisation in spreadsheets” section will focus on tabular data structure and management. We will then introduce OpenRefine and how it can be used for initial data exploration and cleaning. The biggest part of the workshop will focus on R. We will start with a general…

10

September

2019

Bioinformatics tools to predict protein properties from sequence

In this workshop, we address how to predict features of proteins from their sequence only, using Python scripts to access APIs of web services available online. We will introduce single-sequence based predictions of biophysical characteristics of proteins (e.g. DynaMine for backbone dynamics), methods that use multiple sequence alignments (e.g. I-TASSER), and methods that determine the…

8

October

2019

Galaxy Training: Using Galaxy for RNA-seq

This practical aims to familiarize you with the Galaxy user interface & execute a complete analysis of RNA-seq data. It will teach you how to perform basic tasks such as importing data, running tools, working with histories, creating workflows, and sharing your work. In this tutorial, we will introduce you to bare basics of Galaxy: Getting data from external databases such as…

21-22

October

2019

Functional Plant Bioinformatics (PLAZA)

This two-day workshop (21-22 October 2019) will introduce the basic concepts of comparative and functional -omics data analysis in plants through lectures and practical hands-on sessions. Plant biologists and geneticists with an interest in bioinformatics and data analysis are encouraged to attend this training. After this workshop, you will have a good understanding of the…

7

November

2019

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This half-day workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. This course is open to everyone for free, organized by ELIXIR Belgium. More info.

9-10

January

2020

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

During this 2-day course, you will - with the help of plenty hands-on exercises - get introduced into the different types of variables in python, the peculiarities of python and good programming habits. This course will provide you an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python. More info. Course organized by VIB Bioinformatics core and ELIXIR…

6

March

2020

Bulk RNAseq in Galaxy: from reads to counts

This practical aims to familiarize you with the Galaxy user interface & execute a complete analysis of RNA-seq data. It will teach you how to perform basic tasks such as importing data, running tools, working with histories, creating workflows, and sharing your work. More info and registration. Workshop organized by ELIXIR Belgium and the VIB Bioinformatics Core.

30-31

March

2020

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course is organised over two full days (30-31 March 2020). With the help of plenty hands-on exercises, you will get introduced into the different types of variables in python, the peculiarities of python and good programming habits. This course will provide you an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python. More info and registration. …

19

June

2020

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This half-day workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. More info and registration. Workshop organized by ELIXIR Belgium and the VIB Bioinformatics Core.

22

June

2020

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course is organised over two full days (22 and 26 June 2020). With the help of plenty hands-on exercises, you will get introduced into the different types of variables in python, the peculiarities of python and good programming habits. This course will provide you an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python. More info and registration. …

16

September

2020

Galaxy training for Botanical Garden researchers

This 1-day course aims to introduce how to use the Galaxy platform using variant discovery as a use-case. The course is organised in the context of the “Connecting ESFRIs project”. Apart from the offered training, phylogenetic analysis tools are made available in Galaxy. Although initially set-up for Botanical Garden researchers, participants from other research institutes are welcome to attend.

21-22

September

2020

Python for downstream data analysis

This course is organised over two full days (21 and 22 September 2020). By means of hands-on exercises, you will learn to fetch biological data and sequencing files from online databases, and be able to parse and analyse this data. There will be time to highlight specific requests of topics from participants. Organized by ELIXIR Belgium and the VIB Bioinformatics Core.…

20

October

2020

ReproHack - A hackathon on reproducible data analysis

During this ReproHack – the first one organised in Belgium – participants will attempt to reproduce published research from a list of proposed papers with available code and data. The hackathon stimulates to start working with other people's code and data, and make your own data analysis reproducible. Participants will largely work together and learn from each other. More information…

26-27

October

2020

Containers and Workflow Pipelines for reproducible and automated data analysis

This is two-day course will give you an insight in Docker & Singularity containers, and the Nextflow analysis pipeline. Containers allow you to easily install bioinformatics software, maintain multiple versions of the same software and combine tools into powerful analysis pipelines. This allows you to perform data analysis without conflicting package dependencies. With Nextflow, you can write…

9-10

November

2020

Research Data Management in Life Sciences

This two-day course will help researchers to develop their knowledge and practical skills in handling and managing their research data. The participants will be guided through the key aspects on how to document, store and safeguard research data. Planning and implementing good data management in research projects in accordance to current best practices will also be addressed. More…

13

November

2020

Introduction to Docker, Singularity and Nextflow for industry

On request of and in collaboration with Janssen Pharmaceutica, ELIXIR Belgium and the VIB Bioinformatics core organized a workshop series on Docker, Singularity and Nextflow. In three afternoon sessions (13/11, 20/11, 4/12 2020), topics as version control, software containers and workflow pipeline tools were tackled. Participants of Janssen Pharmaceutica learned about containerization of…

16-30

November

2020

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course is organised over three full days (16, 23, 30 November 2020). With the help of plenty hands-on exercises, you will get introduced into the different types of variables in python, the peculiarities of python and good programming habits. This course will provide you an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python. Organised by ELIXIR Belgium and the…

3

December

2020

DDA and DIA proteomic analysis in Galaxy

Galaxy enables researchers without bioinformatics expertise to perform computational analyses through the web. This hands-on workshop aims to familiarize you with the Galaxy user interface & execute (label-free) proteomics data-analysis. The first part of this hands-on workshop will introduce the participants to the Galaxy platform. Basic tasks such as importing data, running tools, working…

10

December

2020

Introduction to Git and Github

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. This course, organised by ELIXIR Belgium, is open to everyone for free. More info and registration.

8-22

January

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

11

January

2021

Reproducible data science with Snakemake

The Snakemake workflow management system is a tool to create reproducible and scalable data analyses. Workflows are described via a human readable, Python based language. They can be seamlessly scaled to server, cluster, grid and cloud environments, without the need to modify the workflow definition. Finally, Snakemake workflows can entail a description of required software, which will be…

19-2

Jan/Feb

2021

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunities to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn. Objectives…

5-6

February

2021

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

This course consists of a live session on counting and differential expression analysis in R and a Q&A session to answer all the questions that arise when trying the analysis on your own data. The live session will demonstrate R tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and summarizeOverlaps are demonstrated, as well as how count files from HTSeq-Count, FeatureCounts, Salmon or…

25-4

Feb/Mar

2021

Python for downstream data analysis

This course is organized over two full days. We will start with a brief recap of the basics of Python, followed by exploring several libraries for data manipulation and visualization. With the help of plenty of hands-on exercises, you will learn to fetch biological data and sequencing files from online databases, and be able to parse and analyze this data. There will be time to highlight…

19-2

Mar/Apr

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

29-1

Mar/Apr

2021

Train the Trainer

The ELIXIR Train the Trainer programme aims to build a network of trainers to allow them to benefit from reciprocal support and discussion. ELIXIR TtT courses aim to give new instructors tools and tips for providing an enriching learning experience to trainees, irrespective of topic, and to include best-practice guidance on course and training material development. A complete list of…

11

May

2021

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Objectives To get you started with Git from zero, we'll work with GitHub (Desktop) and have a look into git on a command-line level. …

20-27

May

2021

Containers and Workflow Pipelines for reproducible and automated data analysis

This two-day course (20 and 27 May 2021) will give you an insight in Docker & Singularity containers, and the Nextflow analysis pipeline. The first day is dedicated to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great tools for code portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it…

21-4

May/Jun

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

25

May

2021

Metatranscriptomics analysis using microbiome RNA-seq data in Galaxy

Metatranscriptomics analysis examines how the microbiome responds to the environment by studying the taxonomic composition and functional analysis of genes expressed by the microbiome, using microbial community RNASeq data and subsequent metatranscriptomics workflows. This workshop will introduce researchers to the basic concepts and tools from the ASaiM-MT workflow. ASaiM-MT provides a curated…

11-18

June

2021

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

This course consists of a live session on counting and differential expression analysis in R and a Q&A session to answer all the questions that arise when trying the analysis on your own data. The live session will demonstrate R tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and summarizeOverlaps are demonstrated, as well as how count files from HTSeq-Count, FeatureCounts, Salmon or…

14-16

June

2021

Analysis of 16S rRNA metagenomic experiments

This training will start with the presentation of a 16S pipeline in a linux environment, using a minimal amount of linux commands. This will enable the preprocessing of the data going from raw reads to taxonomic tables and phylogenetic trees. The second part of the training will give an overview of numerical ecology and takes part entirely in R. Objectives The main objective is to…

1-5

Jul/Aug

2021

Factorial design and analysis

In this course, realistic research cases form the starting point for which we will try to find practical solutions. We will tackle research questions by designing tailor-made factorial experiments within the budget and lab constraints. Power analysis will be key to achieve this goal. Finally, we will analyse the expected output in a statistical sound manner, interpret the results and propose…

27-10

Aug/Sep

2021

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunities to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn. Objectives…

30-7

Sep/Oct

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

25-26

October

2021

Functional Plant Bioinformatics (PLAZA)

This two-day workshop will introduce the basic concepts of comparative and functional -omics data analysis in plants through lectures and practical hands-on sessions. Plant biologists and geneticists with an interest in bioinformatics and data analysis are encouraged to attend this training. After this workshop, you will have a good understanding of the organization of plant genomes, the…

15

November

2021

Getting started with impact evaluation

This workshop will provide new knowledge and skills related to impact evaluation through hands-on learning and knowledge-exchange. Learning will be facilitated by impact evaluators from the European Future Innovation System Centre. Objectives Gain new knowledge and skills related to impact evaluation, through hands-on learning, complemented with knowledge-exchange. Refine the case…

18-25

November

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

2

December

2021

Migrating tools to the cloud workshop

This workshop will show you the possibilities and the pitfalls of transferring software tools to the cloud using real-life examples. Four scientists will testify about their experiences with implementing the tool that was developed in their lab in the cloud. We will end the workshop with a panel discussion. More info and registration. Talks: Living on the edge: reproducible…

9-16

December

2021

Introduction to NGS analysis

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', Hands-on introduction to NGS variant analysis', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of…

10

January

2022

Docker (and Singularity) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

14-28

January

2022

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course introduces Python programming and is organized online over three full days (14, 21, 28 January). With the help of plenty of hands-on exercises, you will get introduced to the different types of variables in Python, the peculiarities of Python and good programming habits. This course will provide you with an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python.…

17

January

2022

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules, workflows,…

4-6

February

2022

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

The course consists of two separate sessions on the 4th and 11th of February, feautring a youtube session on counting and differential expression analysis in R and an online Q&A session to solve the exercises and answer all the questions that arise when trying the analysis on your own data. Objectives The course will show: Tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and…

10

March

2022

Repeat webinar for Getting started with impact evaluation

This is a repeat webinar for the fully subscribed Getting started with impact evaluation training event. This time, there is no limit to the number of attendees, and anyone interested in impact (of research infrastructures) is welcome to join. You do not need to be part of ELIXIR. The event will be shorter (2.5h) and less hands-on (no group work using MURAL) than the…

31

March

2022

Webinar series: Quantitative biology at the molecular and cellular levels: leveraging the power of AI

The webinar series will feature speakers actively engaged in developing novel applications of Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning techniques to advance experimental and computational structural biology and other key research areas in biology. Each presentation will be followed by a 20 minutes Q/A session. The goal of these series is to illustrate and critically appraise the advances…

4-18

May

2022

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunuties to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn. Objectives…

15

June

2022

FAIR trees: phylogenetics in Galaxy workshop

In this workshop you will be introduced to the Galaxy platform and learn how to perform phylogenetic analysis using its tools and workflows. Phylogenetic analysis using sequence data involves many steps using various bioinformatic tools. This translates into a steep and long learning curve for researchers with little bioinformatic knowledge since the majority of these tools run on the…

17

June

2022

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command…

3-17

August

2022

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This course introduces Python programming and is organised online over three full days (3, 10, 17 August). With the help of plenty hands-on exercises, you will get introduced into the different types of variables in Python, the peculiarities of Python and good programming habits. This course will provide you an ideal stepping stone for further developing programming skills in Python. More info…

13

September

2022

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command…

15-22

September

2022

Introduction to the analysis of NGS data

This training is an introduction to 'Bulk RNA-Seq analysis for differential expression', and 'Hands on introduction to ChIP-Seq analysis'. If you want to follow one of these trainings and you have no experience with NGS data you should follow this introduction first. Objectives This training is an introduction to a series of trainings on the analysis of Next Generation…

27

September

2022

Research data management workshop

Free hands-on introductions to research data management and publication LifeWatch and ELIXIR Belgium invite you to a hands-on workshop to manage and publish research data. The workshop is organized in the context of the Empowering Biodiversity Research conference and will cover data management plans, data cleaning and GitHub. If this is jargon you always…

29-4

Sep/Oct

2022

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

This 2-day course consists of e-learning on counting, showing tools to generate count files (e.g. FeatureCounts, HTSeq Count) and how these count files are used to identify differentially expressed genes. The course also offers two face-to-face sessions on differential expression analysis in R and all the questions that arise when analysing your own data. Requirements: …

24-26

October

2022

Docker (and Singularity) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will…

3-17

November

2022

Introduction to Python - on site at Wageningen

This course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunuties to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn. …

17-18

November

2022

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules,…

21-23

November

2022

Analysis of 16S rRNA metagenomic experiments

This training will start with the presentation of a 16S pipeline in a Galaxy environment. This will enable the preprocessing of the data going from raw reads to taxonomic tables and phylogenetic trees. The 2nd part of the training will give an overview of numerical ecology and takes part entirely in R (meaning that knowledge of R is mandatory). Objectives…

12-13

December

2022

Research Data Management: your ally on the way to your publication

In this course you will learn how to use Research Data Management (RDM) in order to improve the writing of your publications and potentially increase its impact. Starting from basic concepts together with hands-on activities and discussions, during two days you will learn how to standardise, document and submit your data in a repository and how all of this will help you to underpin your…

4-18

January

2023

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This combined 3-day course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunities to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn.…

8

February

2023

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

13-14

March

2023

Docker (and Singularity) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

30-31

March

2023

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules,…

17-21

April

2023

Galaxy Admin workshop

The Galaxy Admin workshop will cover introductory and advanced topics you need to know to set up your own production, high-performance and multi-user Galaxy instance. Sessions will be intensive and hands-on, and taught by experienced instructors from the Galaxy Community. Participants will learn how to install, configure, customise, and extend their own Galaxy servers. Topics…

2

May

2023

TCR analysis workshop

The TCR analysis workshop is designed for researchers seeking to enhance their T-cell receptor (TCR) repertoire analysis skills. The 3-hour workshop will offer an intensive hands-on training on state-of-the-art TCR repertoire analysis tools. Participants will be guided through the TCR interpretation process, from annotated immunosequencing data to detailed insights, including exploratory…

16-17

May

2023

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

2-9

June

2023

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

The course consists of introductory online material (e-learning) on counting and two face-to-face sessions on differential expression analysis in R and all the questions that arise when trying the analysis on your own data. The course will show: Tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and htseq count are demonstrated Count files from HTSeq-Count, FeatureCounts, Salmon…

14-15

June

2023

Research Data Management: your ally on the way to your publication

In this course, you will be guided how to use the different facets of research data management in order to improve the writing of your publications and potentially increase its impact. Starting from basic concepts together with hands-on activities and discussions, you will learn how to standardise, document and submit your data in a repository and how this will help you to underpin your…

11-12

September

2023

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

12-13

October

2023

Docker and Singularity (Apptainer) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

20

October

2023

TeSS: How can I help?

This session is dedicated to introducing the use of TeSS (Training eSupport System), a platform to promote training events, and contribute to a growing catalogue of materials. The training is intended for anyone who organises events (courses, seminars, hackathons, etc.) and creates materials and who wants to contribute to the platform and improve the impact of their training materials. …

13-14

November

2023

Research Data Management: your ally on the way to your publication

In this course, you will be guided how to use the different facets of research data management in order to improve the writing of your publications and potentially increase its impact. Starting from basic concepts together with hands-on activities and discussions, you will learn how to standardise, document and submit your data in a repository and how this will help you to underpin your…

16-17

November

2023

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules,…

21-28

November

2023

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

This course will show tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and htseq count. Count files from HTSeq-Count, FeatureCounts, Salmon or Kallisto are used to identify differentially expressed genes. On the second day, participants can analyze their own count files. Issues are solved and questions are answered by experts from the VIB Nucleomics Core. Software…

4

December

2023

Functional analysis: the biology behind the genes

This introduction to functional analysis will elucidate the biology behind genes and reveal the significance of your data. Online tools to annotate and analyse human and plant datasets, such as Gene Ontology Enrichment Analysis and Pathways Analysis, will be used to unravel the meaning of your gene set. Register here >> Organised by VIB Technology Training and ELIXIR…

26-27

February

2024

Two-Day Master Class Transitioning ML Workflows from Academia to Practice (VAIA)

This foundational course provides a comprehensive journey through the various stages of machine learning model development and deployment. Attendees will learn how to transition models from academic research to practical applications. They will work how important is to have clear idea about what they will find in real scenarios when they have to face to the task to deploy a machine learning model…

29-1

Feb/Mar

2024

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

6

March

2024

Apply Scop3PTM web-interface to understand post-translational modifications (PTMs) of proteins

A common mechanism for protein regulation is through post-translational modifications (PTMs), which can affect the characteristics of proteins. Most available databases on protein PTMs collect and integrate PTM information from various resources, but provide very little or no information on the reliability of the identified PTM sites, experimental condition, pathological status and their…

15

March

2024

Functional analysis: the biology behind the genes

This introduction to functional analysis will elucidate the biology behind genes and reveal the significance of your data. Online tools to annotate and analyse human and plant datasets, such as Gene Ontology Enrichment Analysis and Pathways Analysis, will be used to unravel the meaning of your gene set. Register here>> Organised by VIB Technology Training and ELIXIR Belgium

15-16

April

2024

Docker and Singularity (Apptainer) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

22

April

2024

Workshop "How to set up a Health Data Sharing Initiative"

There is great potential in large-scale collaborative efforts using health data. However, it remains challenging to kick-start these types of initiatives. This hands-on and interactive workshop will address the following key questions and challenges for initiating a project: Where to start? What are the key steps to go from question to answer? What are the challenges that arise (in…

22-23

April

2024

Functional Plant Bioinformatics (PLAZA)

This two-day workshop will introduce the basic concepts of comparative and functional -omics data analysis in plants through lectures and practical hands-on sessions. Plant biologists and geneticists with an interest in bioinformatics and data analysis are encouraged to attend this training. After this workshop, you will have a good understanding of the organisation of plant genomes…

8-12

May/Jun

2024

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This is a self-paced course that gently introduces programming to new programmers over a 6 week period. There are plenty of opportunities to practice what you learn and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project. Each week there are some optional online interactive “lab” sessions for…

16-17

May

2024

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

21-28

May

2024

Introduction to the analysis of NGS data

This training is an introduction to a series of trainings on the analysis of Next Generation Sequencing data. This training is intended for newbies in the field who can learn all the background knowledge required to successfully complete the advanced NGS analysis trainings. To this end the training will give an overview of: - The Illumina platform - NGS data formats and file handling -…

23-24

May

2024

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives: Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules, workflows…

7-11

June

2024

Bulk RNASeq: from counts to differential expression

This course will show tools to generate count files like featureCounts, and htseq count. Count files from HTSeq-Count, FeatureCounts, Salmon or Kallisto are used to identify differentially expressed genes. On the second day, participants can analyze their own count files. Issues are solved and questions are answered by experts from the VIB Nucleomics Core. Software…

3-15

Sep/Oct

2024

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming - Online

This is a online course that gently introduces programming to new programmers over a self-paced 2-month period combined with Q&A "lab" sessions. During the 2-month course, there are scheduled optional afternoon “lab” sessions for Q&A and problem solving. The lab sessions will be in Ghent and online, but more/other may be scheduled with…

3-18

Sep/Oct

2024

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming - In person

This is a course that gently introduces programming to new programmers over 4 morning sessions and afternoon (or self-paced) activities. There are plenty of opportunities to practice what you learn and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project. Following the morning sessions, there are…

5-6

September

2024

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

18-19

September

2024

Design your training material in a FAIR way

This 2 day course is based on the FAIR training handbook and 10 simple rules to make material FAIR publication. All sessions are structured in a way that complement each other aiming to introduce participants with a theoretical & hands-on approach of how to design FAIR training material. Activities are intended to increase the technical skills and critical thinking during the…

30

September

2024

Strategic use of Generative AI

Over the last few months, the rapid establishment of generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM) has opened new frontiers in a variety of domains. The class aims to show participants how to effectively integrate new generative AI tools within their work and research workflow. AI tools are not intended as substitutes, but rather as tools to support brainstorming, exploration, analysis…

1-22

October

2024

Research Data Management: your ally on the way to your publication

In this course you will learn how to use Research Data Management (RDM) in order to improve the writing of your publications and potentially increase its impact. Starting from basic concepts together with hands-on activities and discussions, during two days you will learn how to standardize, document and submit your data in a repository and how all of…

14-15

October

2024

Docker and Singularity (Apptainer) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

18

October

2024

Strategic use of Generative AI

Over the last few months, the rapid establishment of generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM) has opened new frontiers in a variety of domains. The class aims to show participants how to effectively integrate new generative AI tools within their work and research workflow. AI tools are not intended as substitutes, but rather as tools to support brainstorming, exploration, analysis…

6-7

November

2024

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. Get you started with Git from zero (note that if you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you). We'll explore Git on the command-line and…

21-22

November

2024

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives: Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules,…

5

December

2024

Using Large Language Models locally

GDPR or intellectual property considerations may prohibit exposing data or even queries to providers of Large Language Models via a web interface. A model may have to be fine-tuned to increase the quality for certain applications. This training will show you how to do deploy an LLM locally and give some illustrations of applications you can implement. Objectives: Install and run LLMs…

5

December

2024

Getting the Most Out of AI Coding Assistants

Whether you're new to AI tools or have been using them for a while, this workshop will explore a wide range of AI coding assistants available, discuss best practices for using them in your projects, and discover when and how to use them to maximize your productivity. A basic understanding of programming is useful. We aim to help you unlock the full potential of AI in your development…

28

February

2025

Reproducibility in practice

This training will allow you to brainstorm the challenges and solutions of data analysis reproducibility. You will have the chance to brainstorm, discuss and use your creativity to solve real life projects in group. Regardless of your background and level of expertise this is a great opportunity of exchange, improving critical thinking, problem solving and exchange with experts. After a…

10

March

2025

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This workshop will take you through the basic use of Git and GitHub. Git is a free and open source distributed version-control system designed to maintain code, track changes, recover old versions and collaborate with other developers. If you already use Git, this workshop will be too basic for you. The following points will be addressed: Introduction, set-up &…

31-1

Mar/Apr

2025

Docker and Apptainer (Singularity) for reproducible and automated data analysis

The course will give an introduction to containers (Docker & Singularity) which are great components to achieve portability and reproducibility of your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others and how to re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation on Docker containers, Singularity will be…

28-29

April

2025

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

You will learn how to use Nextflow for building scalable and reproducible bioinformatics pipelines and running them on a personal computer, cluster and cloud. Starting from the basic concepts we will build our own simple pipeline and add new features with every step, all in the new DSL2 language. Objectives Understand Nextflow's basic concepts: channels, processes, modules, workflows,…

29-10

Apr/Jun

2025

Gentle hands-on introduction to Python programming

This is a course that gently introduces programming to new programmers over a 4 meetings with the trainers in class, and the afternoon for self-paced extra activities and doubts , afternoons interactions are optional but encouraged. There are plenty of opportunities to practice what you learn and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore,…

16-28

May

2025

Research Data Management: your ally on the way to your publication

In this course, you will be guided how to use the different facets of research data management in order to improve the writing of your publications and potentially increase its impact. Starting from basic concepts together with hands-on activities and discussions, you will learn how to standardise, document and submit your data in a repository and how this will help you to underpin your…

3-4

September

2025

Train the trainer

This training equips early-career educators and researchers — particularly those in bioinformatics and life sciences — with essential skills to design and deliver effective, engaging training sessions. Aimed at first-time trainers, postdocs, and academic staff involved in teaching, the course introduces evidence-based learning principles and practical strategies for planning,…

15

September

2025

Strategic use of generative AI

Generative AI is rapidly transforming how we work, communicate, and conduct research. For researchers, support staff, and professionals across disciplines, understanding how to strategically use tools like ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) is becoming essential. This introductory training is designed to equip participants with a foundational understanding of generative AI, its…

29

September

2025

Reproducibility in practice

Join us to brainstorm the challenges and solutions of data analysis reproducibility. No matter your background or level of expertise, this is a great opportunity for exchange, improving critical thinking, problem-solving, and interaction with experts. Objectives Expand your way of thinking about data analysis reproducibility Work on problem-solving of real cases Improve critical…

9-10

October

2025

Introduction to Git & GitHub

This course is designed for researchers and support staff who are new to version control and want to adopt best practices for managing code and collaborating on scientific projects. As research becomes increasingly computational, using free tools like Git and GitHub is essential for tracking changes, ensuring reproducibility, and working efficiently in teams. In this hands-on session, you will…

15

October

2025

Strategic use of generative AI

Generative AI is rapidly transforming how we work, communicate, and conduct research. For researchers, support staff, and professionals across disciplines, understanding how to strategically use tools like ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) is becoming essential. This introductory training is designed to equip participants with a foundational understanding of generative AI,…

17

October

2025

Introduction to Research Data Management (RDM) in Life Sciences

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers integrate RDM practices into their projects from the outset, always keeping the publication process in mind. Objectives…

17

October

2025

Introduction to HPC: structure and practice

In this half-day introduction, you will have the opportunity to know a bit more about the structure of the HPC (tiers), what resources you have available, and most importantly, how to use and navigate the HPC. In this course, you will learn the differences and similarities between VSC (Vlaams Supercomputer Centrum) instances in Gent and Leuven VIB Data Core And a glimpse of what…

21-22

October

2025

FAIR training material made by Design

In this course, you will learn from A to Z about how to design a FAIR training material. You will be challenged to work in a group to build a FAIR lesson on a topic to be presented at the end of the course. Come inspired! It is based on the FAIR training handbook from ELIXIR and 10 simple rules to make material FAIR publication. All sessions are structured to complement each other, aiming…

23-24

October

2025

Introduction to Docker and Apptainer: reproducible and automated data analysis

The container workshop will provide an introduction to Docker and Apptainer, which are great components for achieving the portability and reproducibility of your analysis. Objectives Write a Docker recipe Build a Docker image Run a Docker image while working with volumes and ports Pull and push Docker image to/ from Docker Hub Indicate the difference between Docker & Apptainer…

3-5

November

2025

ELIXIR in Brazil - Natal/RN

These four courses will be offered in Brazil during a three-day event. Students can choose up to two courses to follow and spend all three days with us. Just keep an eye on dates and duration. Introduction to Git and GitHub Research Data Management Train-the-Trainer Course Training Material: FAIR by Design & Hackathon Objectives Create and use Git tools for reproducible projects…

3-5

November

2025

ELIXIR in Brazil - Rio de Janeiro/RJ

These four courses will be offered in Brazil during a three-day event. Students can choose up to two courses to follow and spend all three days with us. Just keep an eye on dates and duration. Introduction to Git and GitHub Research Data Management Train-the-Trainer Course Training Material: FAIR by Design & Hackathon Objectives Create and use Git tools for reproducible projects…

24

November

2025

Functional analysis: the biology behind the genes

With the advances in technology, understanding the volume of information and giving it meaning is becoming increasingly challenging. We will utilize Gene Ontology and Gene enrichment, as well as Pathways, to interpret our data and unravel the meaning of our gene set. This introductory course will elucidate the biology behind the gene and clarify what your data means. Objectives…

25

November

2025

Introduction to Research Data Management (RDM) in Life Sciences

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers integrate RDM practices into their projects from the outset, always keeping the publication process in mind. Objectives…

27-28

November

2025

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

Are you a research staff member working with bioinformatics data? This hands-on training is designed to help you build scalable, reproducible data analysis pipelines using Nextflow. As data volumes grow and analyses become more complex, mastering workflow management tools is essential for ensuring reproducibility and efficiency. Objectives Describe the core components of…

14-4

Jan/Feb

2026

Programming in Python: master your first project

Learning to program is increasingly essential for researchers and support staff. This course introduces students to the Python programming language from the very basics. No prior programming experience is required. Students will explore core programming concepts through a mix of online sessions, guided practical afternoons, and self-paced exercises. The training emphasises hands-on, practical…

19

January

2026

Assess protein dynamics & post-translational modifications

The breakthrough of AlphaFold2 delivered structural models for nearly all proteins lacking experimental structures, opening new avenues to interrogate both sequence and structure. However, these models capture static snapshots rather than the dynamic conformational ensembles that govern protein behaviour. Objectives Calculate and analyse protein biophysical profiles for sequence…

30-31

January

2026

Research Data Management (RDM) in life sciences: essentials

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers embed RDM practices into their projects from the very beginning, always keeping the publication process in focus. Objectives Define…

13

March

2026

Research Data Management (RDM) in life sciences: essentials

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers embed RDM practices into their projects from the very beginning, always keeping the publication process in focus. Objectives…

23

March

2026

Strategic use of generative AI

Generative AI is rapidly transforming how we work, communicate, and conduct research. For researchers, support staff, and professionals across disciplines, understanding how to strategically use tools like ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) is becoming essential. This introductory training is designed to equip participants with a foundational understanding of generative AI,…

27

March

2026

Strategic use of generative AI

Generative AI is rapidly transforming how we work, communicate, and conduct research. For researchers, support staff, and professionals across disciplines, understanding how to strategically use tools like ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) is becoming essential. This introductory training is designed to equip participants with a foundational understanding of generative AI,…

31

March

2026

Research Data Management (RDM) in life sciences: essentials

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers embed RDM practices into their projects from the very beginning, always keeping the publication process in focus. Objectives…

1-2

April

2026

Machine learning and deep learning fundamentals

Machine learning and deep learning are transforming research by enabling data-driven discoveries and predictive modeling. For many researchers, these techniques can unlock new insights from complex datasets, but getting started can feel overwhelming. This two-day workshop is designed for researchers with little or no prior experience in machine learning who want to apply these methods in…

20

April

2026

Discussing reproducibility real-life cases

Join us to brainstorm the challenges and solutions of data analysis reproducibility. You will have the chance to brainstorm, discuss, and use your creativity to solve real-life projects with a group of people. No matter your background or level of expertise, this is a great opportunity to improve critical thinking, problem-solving, and to exchange with experts. Objectives…

27-28

April

2026

Versioning code and documentation with Git & GitHub

This course is designed for researchers and support staff who are new to version control and want to adopt best practices for managing code and collaborating on scientific projects. As research becomes increasingly computational, using free tools like Git and GitHub is essential for tracking changes, ensuring reproducibility, and working efficiently in teams. In this hands-on session, you will…

7

May

2026

Using High Performance Computing infrastructure

In this half-day introduction, you will have the opportunity to know a bit more about the structure of the HPC (tiers), what resources you have available, and most importantly, how to use and navigate the HPC. Objectives Describe differences and similarities among HPC Tiers and usage Access existing HPC infrastructures in Flanders, such as VSC and VIB Data Core Use the…

11-12

May

2026

Containerise data analysis with Docker & Apptainer

The container workshop will give an introduction to Docker & Apptainer, which are great tools for achieving portability and reproducibility in your analysis. You will learn how to use containers and how to build a container from scratch, share it with others, and re-use and modify existing containers. After an extensive explanation of Docker containers, the Apptainer application (formerly…

4-5

June

2026

Nextflow for reproducible and automated data analysis

Are you a research staff member working with bioinformatics data? This hands-on training is designed to help you build scalable, reproducible data analysis pipelines using Nextflow. As data volumes grow and analyses become more complex, mastering workflow management tools is essential for ensuring reproducibility and efficiency. In this course, you’ll learn how to develop and run pipelines on…

12

June

2026

Research Data Management (RDM) in life sciences: essentials

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers embed RDM practices into their projects from the very beginning, always keeping the publication process in focus. Objectives Define…

25

June

2026

Research Data Management (RDM) in life sciences: essentials

Effective research data management (RDM) is more than just a compliance requirement - it's a practical tool that simplifies your workflow, strengthens your research, and enhances the impact of your publications. This training is designed to help researchers embed RDM practices into their projects from the very beginning, always keeping the publication process in focus. Objectives Define…