Tracer metabolomics
Date: 2 - 4 March 2027
Language of instruction: English
Understanding metabolic fluxes is essential for uncovering biochemical mechanisms behind diseases, drug responses, and genetic variations. Tracer metabolomics offers a unique window into these dynamic processes by tracking labeled substrates through metabolic pathways. However, interpreting tracer metabolomics data is technically challenging, as it requires the integrated analysis of metabolite levels, isotopic tracer incorporation patterns, and their specific localization within metabolic pathways. In this three-day course, you will build a solid foundation in tracer metabolomics. You will learn the key principles, how to design an experiment, and how to interpret analysis results with confidence.
Keywords: omics
Venue: Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg, Herestraat 49
City: Leuven
Country: Belgium
Postcode: 3000
Learning objectives:
- “Explain the core principles and concepts of tracer metabolomics and its role in studying metabolic fluxes”
- “Get insights into computational tools employed by the Metabolomics Core to analyze tracer metabolomics”
- “Interpret and evaluate the results of tracer metabolomics analyses generated by the Metabolomics Core”
- “Plan and design tracer metabolomics experiments with best practices in mind”
- “Prepare samples according to high-quality standards for tracer-based studies”
Organizer: VIB
Event types:
- Workshops and courses
Instructors: 
Bart Ghesquière, Camila Takeno Cologna, Marco Giampà, Sam De Craemer, Shauni Loopmans
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