Structural Bioinformatics

Structural bioinformatics is a scientific field which combines elements of biology, biochemistry, computer science, and mathematics to study the three-dimensional structure of biological molecules, such as proteins and nucleic acids. Structural bioinformatics is important as it provides insight into how these molecules interact and self-organize to perform numerous vital functions in living organisms. The use of structural bioinformatics is widespread, ranging from the study of proteins implicated in disease, drug design, engineering of improved enzymes and understanding of biological pathways. By leveraging the power of computational tools and technologies, it is possible to gain a much deeper understanding of the intricate processes which underlie life.