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580012 VU VU Large Language Models (LLMs) - application and impact in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2026S)

2.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 58 - Doktoratsstudium Pharmazie, Ernährungswissenschaften und Sportwissensch
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Details

Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

The first session (Course discussion) will take place on the 18th of March at 4PM in room 2D313.
The course will be held then in a 2 day course setting from the 15-16th of June, 6-7th r 13-14th of July (9-5PM)

First day is an introduction (what are DL models in general, LLMs in specific, and legal aspects), second day is about hands on experience with LLMs

  • Wednesday 08.04. 09:45 - 11:15 UZA2 Hörsaal 4 (Raum 2Z221) 2.OG
  • Wednesday 15.04. 11:30 - 13:00 UZA2 Hörsaal 4 (Raum 2Z221) 2.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of a specific deep-learning topic relevant to computer-aided drug design. The goal is to explore and gain a comprehensive understanding of a particular theme, which will be determined at the beginning of the course. Throughout the semester, we will start with an introductory session and progressively delve deeper, incorporating discussions on pertinent publications to enrich our learning. By the end of the semester, participants will have acquired a solid grasp of the chosen topic.

Potential Topics:

Geometric Deep Learning
Uncertainty Estimation
Learning Strategies
Explainable AI
Participants are encouraged to suggest additional topics of interest during the first session for group consideration.

Assessment and permitted materials

Attendance and active participation (You are allowed to miss one lecture)
Each participant is required to prepare and deliver at least one presentation during the course, facilitating a deeper dive into specific aspects of the selected topic.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

This course is tailored for students, researchers, and professionals with an interest in deep learning applications within the drug design field. While participants with a basic understanding of deep learning concepts will find the course particularly beneficial, individuals without prior deep learning knowledge are also welcome to enroll. We acknowledge the diversity in participants' backgrounds and aim to make the course inclusive and accessible to all interested parties. To accommodate those new to deep learning, we will dedicate time during the first session to discuss the foundational knowledge required for the course. Additionally, an intermediate session focused on an introduction to deep learning concepts is scheduled for Friday, 22nd March 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, bridging the gap between the first and second sessions. This extra session is designed to ensure all participants are well-prepared to engage with the course material fully.

Examination topics

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