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Pre-Conference Workshops

Pre-Conference Workshop 1

Enzyme Histochemistry & Respiratory Chain Complex Assay

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Date & Time
17th - 18th November 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Venue
Neuromuscular Laboratory, Neurobiology Research Centre, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru

Overview

This intensive two-day workshop is designed to provide participants with comprehensive training in enzyme histochemistry and respiratory chain complex assays used in the evaluation of neuromuscular and mitochondrial disorders. The sessions will cover the principles, methodology, and clinical relevance of these techniques, with emphasis on their applications in diagnostics, disease characterization, and translational neuroscience research.

Key Highlights

  • Hands-on training in enzyme histochemistry & respiratory chain complex assays
  • Interpretation of histopathological and biochemical findings
  • Troubleshooting and quality control in laboratory workflows
  • Interactive discussions with experts in neuromuscular diagnostics

Who Should Attend?

Post-graduate students, researchers, scientists, clinicians interested in neuromuscular disorders, mitochondrial biology, or translational neurosciences.

Participant limit: Participation is restricted to 15 attendees only. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pre-Conference Workshop 2

Ultrastructure: Transmission Electron Microscopy

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Date & Time
17th - 18th November 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Venue
Electron Microscopy Facility, Central Laboratory Complex, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru

Overview

This intensive two-day workshop is designed to provide participants with comprehensive training in transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and ultrastructural analysis relevant to neuromuscular and mitochondrial disorders. This will focus on understanding cellular architecture, disease pathology, and diagnostic evaluation, while providing insights into the integration of TEM in biomedical and translational neuroscience research.

Key Highlights

  • Practical exposure to specimen processing and TEM workflows
  • Demonstration of ultrathin sectioning and staining procedures
  • Interpretation of subcellular and mitochondrial ultrastructural features
  • Interactive discussions with experts in electron microscopy and neuromuscular pathology

Who Should Attend?

Post-graduate students, researchers, scientists, clinicians interested in neuromuscular disorders, mitochondrial biology, or translational neurosciences.

Participant limit: Participation is restricted to 15 attendees only. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pre-Conference Workshop 3

Bioenergetics: Seahorse Analyzer

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Date & Time
17th - 18th November 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Venue
Neuromuscular Laboratory, Neurobiology Research Centre, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru

Overview

This intensive two-day workshop is designed to introduce participants to mitochondrial respiration profiling using the Seahorse XF Real-Time Cell Metabolic Analyzer. The program will focus on the principles of cellular bioenergetics and the application of metabolic profiling in understanding physiological and pathological processes in various disease conditions.

Key Highlights

  • Practical training in mitochondrial respiration and cellular metabolic profiling
  • Guided hands-on sessions from sample preparation to data interpretation for mitochondrial stress & glycolytic function assays
  • Guidance on assay optimization, protocol refinement, and troubleshooting strategies
  • Interactive discussions with experts in mitochondrial biology and bioenergetics

Who Should Attend?

Post-graduate students, Researchers, Scientists, Clinicians interested in neuromuscular disorders, mitochondrial biology, or translational neurosciences.

Participant limit: Participation is restricted to 15 attendees only. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.