IPBS joins a new European Marie-Curie Doctoral Network on AI-based proteomics
The team “Proteomics and Mass Spectrometry of Biomolecules” led by Dr. Odile Schiltz, CNRS Research Director at IPBS is participating in the ProtAIomics Marie-Curie Doctoral Network for 4 years (2026-2029). Funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe, the network brings together 15 partners and 9 associated partners from academia, hospitals, and industries. The aim of ProtAIomics is to train the next generation of computational proteomics researchers by integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) methods.
Research at the interface of proteomics and artificial intelligence
Computational proteomics stands at the forefront of life science research, combining advanced data analysis and AI to decode the complex role of proteins in biological systems. Proteins are central to understanding cellular functions, disease mechanisms, drug actions, and therapeutic responses, but their complexity poses major challenges.
Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, the ProtAIomics network seeks to enhance data utilization, improve understanding of protein functions, and develop AI tools for clinical applications. The network focuses on three main objectives :
1) Developing AI-assisted algorithms to maximize the extraction of high-quality information from raw mass spectrometry (MS) data.
2) Creating advanced AI tools to transform this data into deeper biological knowledge through AI-driven models.
3) Applying this knowledge to generate actionable insights, such as precision drugs and clinical biomarkers, with a focus on advancing therapeutic applications.
Training at the heart of the network
Training is a core component of the ProtAIomics network. 16 PhD students, from 10 European countries, will participate in a comprehensive program combining online and on-site courses, mobility between partners and sectors, and joint workshops and conferences.
At IPBS, one PhD student will be recruited under the supervision of David Bouyssié, Research Engineer, with co-supervision by Petr Novák at the Czech Academy of Sciences. The project will focus on developing next-generation intelligent mass spectrometry (MS) acquisition strategies by combining real-time instrument control with AI-based decision-making.
Recognized IPBS Expertise in Mass Spectrometry : The Odile Schiltz Team
The team led by Dr. Odile Schiltz brings its strong expertise in mass spectrometry–based proteomics, and the development of innovative bioinformatics tools.
It is a key partner in the national proteomics infrastructure (ProFI) and it hosts the ProteoToul facility, providing state-of-the-art mass spectrometry instrumentation and advanced computational resources.
ProtAIomics marks the second Marie-Curie doctoral program for the Odile Schiltz team, following their participation in PROTrEIN which trained highly specialised bioinformaticians in proteomics.
Some links:
ProtAIomics: https://www.protaiomics.eu/
Horizon Europe Grant: European Training Network on Integrating AI in Proteomics: From Data Acquisition to Translational Applications | ProtAIomics | Project
PROTrEIN : Computational Proteomics Training European Innovative Network | PROTrEIN | Projet