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We have expertise in advanced data integration using statistical, bioinformatic, machine learning, and modeling approaches.

Modeling includes risk-assessment models, genome-scale and whole cell models, protein structure modeling and biomolecular simulation, virtual ligand-docking screens, and dynamic modeling of specific pathways.

While each of these methods have their merits, these approaches should be combined to provide better mechanistic understanding of trends and patterns in data (called explainable AI), as well as advanced biomarker discovery. This is an exciting scientific frontier where AIMMS can be a partner with data and computer scientists.

Methods

  • Bioinformatics

  • Theoretical chemistry

  • Systems biology

  • Evolutionary biology

  • Toxicology

Data stewardship, analysis and modeling

  • Advanced data integration using statistical, bioinformatic, machine learning, and modeling approaches 
  • Knowledge database development 
  • Genome-scale and whole cell models 
  • Protein structure modeling and biomolecular simulation
  • Multi-scale modeling
  • Dynamic modeling of specific pathways

Bioinformatics

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Theoretical chemistry

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Techniques

Mass spec-based methods

We have advanced analytical methods for metabolomics, proteomics and glycomics for the analysis of human fluids, intracellular metabolites, tissues and cell culture media. We hyphen separation techniques as HPLC, CE and GC with high-end (tandem) mass spectrometry (high-resolution, ion mobility and UVPD/IRMPD). We also have MS-based imaging facilities.

Contacts: Pim Leonards, Govert Somsen, Sofia Moco

NMR and crystallography

We have 300 – 600 MHz NMR machines for compound identification and analysis of complex fluids for metabolite quantification. 

For protein structure determination, the workflow includes liquid handling for sample crystallization, optimizing crystals, crystal handling including cryo-protection and storage. Diffraction analysis and data collection is done on an in-house, state of the art Bruker D8 Quest X-ray source attached to an cutting edge PhotonII detector including downstream software suits for structure determination. 

Contact: Elwin Janssen (nmr.beta@vu.nl).

Techniques

MIMETAS OrganoPlate® Challenge Winner Selected

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Congratulations to Elisabeth Naderlinger, Lenya de Brouwer, and Olivia Klatt for winning the MIMETAS-AIMMS VU OrganoPlate® Platform Proposal Contest! 🎉 The idea for the MIMETAS-AIMMS…

Kickstarting the animal to plant protein transition

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When ten bright minds come together for two full days, innovation is bound to prosper! The first AIMMS hackathon revolved all around finding alternative protein…

Systems biology

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Single-cell

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Evolutionary biology

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Toxicology

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Sample projects

AIMMS MSc Talent Program

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The AIMMS MSc Talent program –  is a unique training program for talented Master students in the field of molecular life sciences. What’s in it…

Solutions through Computational Chemistry

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Are you ready to dive into the world of computational chemistry? This five-day course equips you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to…

Meet the Scientist: Trevor A. Hamlin

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Trevor A. Hamlin Assistant Professor Faculty of Science, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences "My three-year-old daughter is my world...we love doing active things together." Can you…

Paul Nederkoorn appointed as endowed professor of Valorization of Science and Technology

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Dr. Mr. Paul Nederkoorn has been appointed by the Vrije Universiteit (VU) as an endowed professor for the chair ‘Valorization of Science and Technology’ within…

Meet the Scientist: Eelco Ruijter

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Eelco Ruijter Full professor Faculty of Science, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences "I find myself mostly working on sound design, which I think I enjoy very…

Meet the Scientist: Thomas Hansen

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Thomas Hansen Assistant Professor at the Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences Department VU "People with different personal, cultural, and scientific backgrounds bring unique insights...the beauty of…