Author: OneAngstrom

Have you ever struggled to keep your audience engaged during a molecular presentation? Static viewpoints, abrupt camera shifts, or confusing visual transitions can make even the most interesting molecules seem dull. Fortunately, SAMSON, the integrative molecular design platform, offers a…

Creating smooth, compelling animations that communicate molecular structures clearly is a challenge faced by many molecular modelers. Whether you’re building instructional materials, engaging with collaborators, or preparing visuals for research publications, the ability to zoom in on molecular features while…

Aligning molecular structures exactly as needed is a common task for anyone working in molecular modeling—whether you’re preparing a structure for simulations, visualizing interactions between different fragments, or simply making your model more visually interpretable. Many tools require scripting for…

One of the most frequent frustrations of researchers working with molecular modeling software is having to adapt their workflow around fixed interfaces and rigid toolsets. Every project is different, and a one-size-fits-all solution rarely fits anyone well. What if your…

For molecular modelers working with Python scripts, context-switching between external editors and molecular modeling tools is common—and often frustrating. If you’ve ever wished that you could write, edit, and run your scripts without leaving your molecular design environment, SAMSON has…

For molecular modelers, one recurring challenge is integrating multiple computational tools and datasets into a smooth and productive workflow. Whether you’re running docking simulations, visualizing complex molecular structures, or using custom algorithms, jumping between tools can be a time sink—and…

One of the most common challenges for molecular modelers is finding the right tool for a specific task—especially when working with a complex system that requires specialized functionality. Whether it’s parsing a new file format, creating a unique visual model,…

Controlling the conformation of a biomolecule to open or close a binding site is often a challenging step in molecular modeling. Whether you’re setting up a drug docking simulation or analyzing conformational flexibility, being able to guide molecular motion toward…

When showcasing complex molecular systems, clarity is key. Elements in the foreground may obscure parts of the structure you want to highlight, and simply hiding them can feel too abrupt. That’s where the Disappear animation in SAMSON becomes valuable: it…