Educator’s Month: Integrating computational molecular modeling into science curricula
Date & Time - June 27th, 2025
Location - University of Strasbourg, France
This in-person event will bring together chemistry and biology educators from Western Europe. The event will be hosted at the University of Strasbourg. This workshop will highlight how educators can collaborate to create interdisciplinary lessons using computational molecular modeling.
Attendees will be guided through designing lesson plans that merge chemistry, biology, and physics concepts through computational molecular visualization, modeling, and simulation.
There will also be free lunch and a networking hour with like-minded science educators from various Western Europe schools and universities.
Workshop Details
Who should attend:
- Chemistry and biology professors or teaching faculty (undergraduate, graduate)
- High school chemistry and biology teachers (college prep, honors, AP/IB level)
- Chemistry and biology postdoctoral scholars who are interested in teaching
Registration:
Registration is free and includes lunch and refreshments.
Participants must bring their own laptop to access the software, and an external mouse is recommended.
Spots are limited, so please register early to secure your spot.
Registration will close on Friday, June 20th, 2025.
When & Where:
Friday, June 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
University of Strasbourg
TBD
Please see the Agenda for more workshop details and our FAQs for information regarding what to bring, getting to the venue, and accessibility.
Event Highlights
– Demo and walkthrough of interdisciplinary lessons that incorporate web-based computational molecular modeling tools, such as (but not limited to) exploring the molecular structure of biomaterials, understanding protein structure in the context of drug discovery, or simulating chemical reactions in biological systems.
– Learn how to use computational tools to create virtual experiments for your students that could be used across subjects (e.g., modeling polymerization in materials science and organic chemistry).
- – Group discussions on educational tools that educators have used in a teaching capacity.
What you will walk away with
- An outline of a custom lesson plan where molecular visualization and simulation could be applied to a course you teach
- Fundamental molecular modeling skills that can be applied to teaching students scientific concepts with real-world applications in drug discovery, materials design, and more
- Pedagogical ideas to connect commonly taught scientific concepts to topics in human health through molecular visualization
If you have any questions, please reach out to the Schrödinger Education Team at teaching@schrodinger.com for assistance.
Agenda
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
How do I register for the event?
To register for the event, simply complete the registration form on the homepage. Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Space is limited so we encourage early registration.
Is there a registration fee?
No, registration is completely free to attend the workshop. We will also be providing food and refreshments throughout the day.
Can I join the session virtually / remotely?
As we want to give the attendees help and guidance during the workshop we currently have no intention of running this workshop online. Please reach out if you are interested but are unable to travel to the event location.
Can I cancel my registration if I am unable to attend?
Yes. Please contact us directly at teaching@schrodinger.com.
Event information
When and where is the event taking place?
The “Integrating Computational Molecular Modeling into Science Curricula” Workshop will be held on June 27th, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at the University of Strasbourg – main campus. Exact classroom location details will be emailed directly to registered participants.
4 Rue Blaise Pascal, 67081 Strasbourg, France
What can I expect at the workshop?
This workshop will highlight how educators can collaborate to create interdisciplinary lessons using computational molecular modeling. Attendees will be guided through designing lesson plans that merge chemistry, biology, and physics concepts through computational molecular visualization, modeling, and simulation.
What do I need to bring?
- A laptop is required for this workshop. We will not be providing any on the day, so please ensure that you bring one. We also recommend that you bring a personal laptop to avoid any firewall restrictions.
- An external mouse is not required, but we do recommend that you bring one as our software makes full use of the 3 buttons.
- We will be utilizing the Schrödinger Virtual Computer for a hands-on demo. A suitable web browser is required for accessing this (Chrome, Edge, Firefox).
Will lunch be provided during the event?
Yes, lunch will be provided during designated breaks throughout the workshop. Please specify any dietary restrictions or special accommodations needed during registration.
Is there parking available at the event venue?
Yes, parking facilities will be available. Specific parking garage details will be emailed to registered participants.