# Introduction

> Explore how proteins bind ligands, catalyze reactions, and recognize partners.

Explore how proteins bind ligands, catalyze reactions, and recognize partners.

## Links

- [Module 5: The Explorer](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5)
- [5.1 Molecules 101: What Proteins Bind](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/1)
- [5.2 Surface Topography and Pocket Detection](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/2)
- [5.3 Electrostatic Surfaces](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/3)
- [5.4 Shape Complementarity](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/4)
- [5.5 Enzyme Catalysis: The Catalytic Triad](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/5)
- [5.integration Design a Binding Site](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/integration)
- [Target Acquisition](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/capstone)
- [Use the Tools](https://proteindesign.academy/module/5/tools)