boltzgen

Design protein binders with diffusion-based generative models.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yjcyxky/biominer-skills --skill boltzgen-yjcyxky
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: boltzgen
Source: https://github.com/yjcyxky/biominer-skills/tree/main/boltzgen
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yjcyxky/biominer-skills --skill boltzgen-yjcyxky

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

BoltzGen automates the design of protein binders using diffusion-based generative models, enabling rapid exploration of novel binders against target proteins, peptides, nanobodies, or antibodies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end binder design: Build backbones, design sequences via inverse folding, validate structures with structure predictors, and apply quality filtering.
  • Versatile binder types: Support for proteins, peptides, nanobodies, antibodies, and small-molecule interactions in specified targets.
  • Use Case: A research team designs novel protein binders against a disease-relevant target and evaluates binding potential across designs, then selects top candidates for experimental validation.

Quick Start

Prepare a design.yaml describing your target and design constraints, then run BoltzGen with Docker. For example:

  • Prepare input: /data/boltzgen/inputs/design.yaml
  • Run a basic protein binder design: docker run --rm --gpus all
    -v /data:/data
    ghcr.io/open-prophetdb/boltzgen:arm64-blackwell
    boltzgen run /data/boltzgen/inputs/design.yaml
    --output /data/boltzgen/run
    --cache /data/boltzgen/cache
    --protocol protein-anything
    --num_designs 100

Frequently Asked Questions about boltzgen

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I design protein binders using diffusion models?

Protein binder design using diffusion models is automated by building backbones, designing sequences via inverse folding, and validating structures. This process supports de novo design for proteins, peptides, nanobodies, and antibodies against defined targets.

What is diffusion-based inverse folding for binder design?

Diffusion-based inverse folding for binder design generates candidate protein sequences that fold into specific backbone structures. It enables rapid exploration of novel binders by validating structures with predictors and applying affinity filtering across diverse targets.

Do I need a GPU to run diffusion-based protein binder design workflows?

Yes, GPU-enabled hardware is required to run end-to-end protein binder design workflows. You must also use the BoltzGen Docker image to execute the automated design pipeline against your specified targets.

How do I run de novo nanobody design with Docker?

De novo nanobody design with Docker requires preparing a design.yaml file describing your target and constraints. You then run the BoltzGen Docker container with GPU access, specifying the protocol, output directory, and number of designs to generate.

Can I design peptide binders against small-molecule targets?

Peptide binder design supports specified targets including small-molecule interactions. You can evaluate binding potential across diverse designs and select top candidates for experimental validation using the automated filtering workflow.

What is the best way to validate designed protein binders computationally?

The best way to validate designed protein binders computationally is using structure predictors to assess folding accuracy and applying affinity prediction filters. This ensures only top-quality candidates are selected for downstream experimental validation.