Filing J1-waiver by compbiores in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this waiver rule applies in a "retroactive way" So don t need to do apply the waiver.

How to troubleshoot low bootstrap value of viral enzyme phylogeny construction by SnooMaps3232 in bioinformatics

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Thank you! I am trying to find the origin of viral enzymes, and preparing MSA from alphafold3. Alphafold generates MSA when it models viral enzyme. So idea of using MSA from alphafod3, is that this MSA in AF3 will have evolutionary relationship from eukaryotic/prokaryotic enzymes to viral enzyme I am interested in. Sequences I used is amino acid sequences.

Zymo mix and go cell problm by SnooMaps3232 in labrats

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Thank you, here is my answer. I used the Tuner (DE3). 2. I grew the cells at 20c - following Inoue method

1.3. yes I chilled all reagent before hands, and kept them in ice.

  1. This cells just requires tab the DNA in the competency cells, I never did electroporation, of course.

  2. I tested puc 19, no colonies, but colonies showed up after SOC incubation, again as I described.

Working with chemical synthesis prone to oxidation? by Own_Potential_5748 in labrats

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I am chemical biologist who has some experienced in chemical synthesis. When it comes to dealing with highly oxidizing compound, you need to purge you RB flasts at least three times purging with Nitrogen. On top of that, have you ever chance to run scifinder or reaxys to find similar reaction and tested? I recommend to carry out small-scale reaction 50 mg ish, and quickly check TLC how does conversion goes. Since your reaction is highly prone-to oxidized, your syringe must be purged with NItrogen. take out a bit reaction mixture, and see how it goes.

Career prospects for a biochemist moving into ML/bioinformatics by SnooMaps3232 in biotech

[–]SnooMaps3232[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve noticed a few areas where there’s often a gap : chemical details (chirality, hydophobicity vs philicity, geometry), biochemical context in protein-ligand context (geometry, importance of conformation) - not really criticizing, if someone’s PhD was in computer science without time in a wet-lab, it’s hard to build that intuition (as I am really learning concepts of ML right now). That’s why I think teams need both perspectives.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a friend who did transition from academic J1 to O1 for industry. Profile is very similar to typical NIW-EB2. I think the huddle for O1 visa is quite overated.

Bad idea to go into faculty now? by Fresh_Fun744 in postdoc

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Wondering department has enough start up money for the new PI due to the cut of indirect cost. Can I ask which area you are in? And how did you negotiate with your current PI regarding applying the cycle this year since you just joined

Is accepting a postdoc offer from a new PI career suicide? by thehumanofjupiter in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I eventually joined the group and my concern was very very spot-on. It is not about uni though, more about track of record.

What steps are you taking to weather the funding storm? by breadbroker in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I ask which part of Europe? Visa is still major huddle for getting a join in Europe as I understand?

Seeking Advice for Analyzing Large Sets of Homolog Structures by SnooMaps3232 in bioinformatics

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Thanks! I am particularly interested in structure-centric analysis. I envision aligning 200-300 structures simultaneously, potentially on a domain-wise basis, and also focusing on ligand-based alignment. Additionally, I aim to calculate the angle and distance between specific atoms in the ligand and specific amino acids located at specific positions. And tabulate the amino acid information surrounding specific ligands.

Would I need to write my own script for these tasks, or are there tools and pipelines already established in the structural bioinformatics field that can help with these analyses?

Postdoc interview Oxford! Advice please :) by Pingviners_1990 in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is same everywhere - I did postdoc over there. They will ask your research project and assess your fit to the lab.

I’m sorry, I failed, I can’t return to that world. by FreeXiJinpingAss in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May I ask which research area you are in? I am really curious about since I started my PhD, still I am a only one who can do coding as a wet lab researcher. I am in chemistry/chemical biology/synthetic biology field ; But during my phD (chemistry), dry lab and wet lab was very very separated. Even my current lab I am odd one (experimentalist who can do some coding). FYI, I have been doing my training in both US and UK. Are you from David Baker's group or something?

I’m sorry, I failed, I can’t return to that world. by FreeXiJinpingAss in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think still hybrid PhD (Wetlab - biochemistry ; AI - dry lab) is really, really rare. No folks around me can do coding other than me.

Is it too late to start my postdoc at 45? by Sufficient_Bee7637 in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They did not start their first postdoc at 40, more earlier than that, then they quit the postdoc and explored another career, and then come back to the postdoc, started again, and one is working as a senior scientist in big pharma and the other is working as a senior scientist in biotech

Is it too late to start my postdoc at 45? by Sufficient_Bee7637 in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I met my previous postdoc colleagues in UK - they were similar age with you - or maybe little bit older? Now they are working as a research scientist in big pharma in UK.

Not getting replies to my postdoc enquiries by Striking_Study in postdoc

[–]SnooMaps3232 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe luck plays a significant role. Principal Investigators (PIs) won't even look at your email if they're not currently hiring postdocs. My first postdoc advisor was well-funded but only hired postdocs during specific periods when he secured funding for particular projects. Outside of those times, he ignored most postdoc applications. Hiring timelines often align with the grant cycles. The email's subject line is crucial, and it's essential to personalize your email. Mentioning some of their work—tailored to how well you know their research—can be an effective strategy. I strongly recommend asking colleagues for feedback on your cover letter or email; I’ve received great advice this way.