Researchers who wish to deepen their understanding of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) are cordially invited to attend the Instruct.SI Cryo-EM Workshop on Single Particle Analysis.
Cryo-EM Workshop on Single Particle Analysis (SPA) is based on the very positive response to the Basics of Methodological Approaches in Structural Biology workshop in 2024 and the and Instruct.SI CryoEM Advanced Workshop 2025. This year, Instruct.SI and the National Institute of Chemistry are pleased to invite applications for an in-person cryo-EM workshop designed to provide researchers with meaningful, hands-on experience covering nearly the entire cryo-EM workflow - from EM grid preparation to 3D reconstruction.
The workshop program will include:
- Theoretical background of the cryo-EM method
- Practical work in small, mentored teams
- Experimental sessions will include grid preparation with TFS Vitrobot Mk IV and data acquisition with TFS Glacios (sample loading, data collection)
- Cryo-EM data processing and analysis with 3D reconstruction
- Networking opportunities with experts from the field and other cryo-EM users
Preliminary programme
Date and place
The workshop will be held from 10th to 12th November 2026 at the National Institute of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Who should apply:
This workshop is intended for researchers at all career stages, especially young scientists (BSc and PhD students, postdocs), who have basic knowledge of structural biology and wish to acquire or improve practical skills in cryo-EM.
Up to eight (8) attendees will be selected based on their CV and motivation letter to ensure a high-quality hands-on experience. Applicants will have the opportunity to briefly present their research and bring their own samples. Up to two of these samples will be selected for cryo-EM analysis during the workshop, based on their quality and suitability.
Registration
There is no registration fee, lunch and coffee breaks are included.
Please register here: Application form
Registration deadline October 2, 2026
Contact
Organized and supported by
Invitation flyer in Slovene / Vabilo v slovenščini
