diff --git a/_posts/2026-08-18-molecularnodes-workshop.md b/_posts/2026-08-18-molecularnodes-workshop.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..26b1bcf6 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2026-08-18-molecularnodes-workshop.md @@ -0,0 +1,63 @@ +--- +layout: post +title: "Molecular Nodes Workshop in London — September 17–18, 2026" +--- + +We are excited to announce a **two-day, in-person [Molecular +Nodes](https://bradyajohnston.github.io/MolecularNodes/) workshop** at +King's College London on **September 17–18, 2026**. Registration is +free, with 30 spots available — apply by **September 4, 2026**. + + alternative text + +## What Is Molecular Nodes? + +[Molecular Nodes](https://bradyajohnston.github.io/MolecularNodes/) +(MN) is an add-on for [Blender](https://www.blender.org/), the +industry-leading open-source 3D visualisation and animation program, +that brings structural biology data into Blender. MN is built on top of +[MDAnalysis](https://www.mdanalysis.org) and can import structures from +`.pdb` and `.mmCIF` files, molecular dynamics trajectories and +topologies from a range of simulation packages, and density data from +cryo-EM and cryo-ET in formats such as `.map` and `.star`. Once loaded, +this data can be styled in highly customisable ways, animated from +static crystal structures, and played back as full trajectories — all +using Blender's rendering engine. + +## Workshop Programme + +**Day 1 (September 17, 10:00–17:00):** Learn the basics of working in +Blender, importing molecular data (`.pdb`, `.cif`, MD simulations), and +building animations from it. No prior Blender or Molecular Nodes +experience is required. + +**Day 2 (September 18, 10:00–15:30):** Using the skills from Day 1, you +will work on your own simulation data to produce images and animations, +supported by our instructors. + +## Details + +- **Dates:** September 17–18, 2026 +- **Location:** King's College London, Strand Campus +- **Cost:** Free! Light lunch and coffee breaks provided. +- **Capacity:** 30 spots (first-come first-serve, with a waitlist) +- **Application deadline:** September 4, 2026, 23:59 BST + +**What to bring:** + +- Laptop (the more powerful the GPU, the better) +- Laptop charger (you *will* run out of battery) +- External 3-button mouse (strongly encouraged, not required) +- Your own simulation data (optional) + +## Apply Now + +**[Apply via the registration form on Luma.](https://luma.com/qh88ds0x)** +Registration requires approval and closes on September 4, 2026. + +Questions? Reach out to +[workshops@mdanalysis.org](mailto:workshops@mdanalysis.org). + +We hope to see you there! + diff --git a/public/images/blender-molecular-nodes.png b/public/images/blender-molecular-nodes.png new file mode 100644 index 00000000..6f576a6b Binary files /dev/null and b/public/images/blender-molecular-nodes.png differ