Hi Everyone, Applications are now open for the 2025 edition of RapiData at SSRL. RapiData is a practical course in macromolecular X-ray diffraction data collection, data processing and structure solution. The aim of the RapiData course is to educate and train young scientists in data collection and processing methods at synchrotron beamlines, using state-of-the-art software and instrumentation. The course will be held at the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL) located on the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory campus in Menlo Park, CA, from May 5 to May 10, 2025. The course will comprise hands-on experiments at the SSRL beamlines, software tutorials, and lectures on the following topics: Specimen preparation, Data collection strategies, X-ray light sources, X-ray detectors, Data reduction, Structure solution by MAD, SAD and Molecular Replacement, Complementary methods (spectroscopy and small angle scattering) Please visit https://www-ssrl.slac.stanford.edu/rapidata/rapidata-2025/ and use the link on the "Application and Registration" page to apply for the course. The application deadline is January 31, 2025. Please note that sending an application is NOT a commitment to attend ... successful applicants will be selected and notified early in February 2025 and at that time invited to register and book accommodation at SLAC Stanford Guesthouse. A limited amount of support funding may be available. Please direct questions to Silvia Russi ([email protected]) or Clyde Smith ([email protected]).