Author: OneAngstrom

For molecular modelers, the ability to easily inspect and modify attributes of molecules and molecular components can be a game-changer. Whether working with individual atoms or groups of nodes, SAMSON’s Inspector provides an intuitive and flexible way to view and…

One common challenge in molecular modeling and drug design is efficiently exploring how small changes in the structure of a molecule can influence its properties and interactions. This is where positional analogue scanning can make a significant difference. In this…

If you are a molecular modeler, you’ve likely faced challenges in creating clear and engaging presentations of your structures. Highlighting specific features while maintaining simplicity is crucial, especially when presenting to non-specialist audiences. One effective approach to simplify visuals is…

For molecular modelers, precision is everything. Whether you are analyzing bond lengths or tracking dihedral angles, having accurate and accessible measurements at your fingertips can significantly enhance your molecular modeling process. This is where the Measure editor in SAMSON comes…

Molecular modeling often involves overcoming steric clashes, poor local geometry, and other structural inefficiencies before moving on to computationally intensive simulations. The Energy Minimization (EM) process is a critical step to ensure your molecular system is in a relaxed state.…

One of the most frequent pain points for molecular modelers is the need to quickly navigate between different selections in large and complex molecular structures. Whether you’re analyzing ligands, receptors, or residues, repeatedly selecting the same groups of nodes can…

As a molecular modeler, you might often find yourself trying to control how molecular structures are presented in your animations—especially when it comes to handling transparency. Bringing nodes such as structural models, visual models, meshes, or labels into view can…

Molecular modelers, are you ready to explore a powerful integrative design platform? Let’s talk about the SAMSON installation process. Installing SAMSON can feel daunting at first, especially when dealing with a diverse range of operating systems and requirements, but this…

Molecular modeling often requires precise visualizations to understand molecular interactions and geometric arrangements. One common challenge is maintaining an accurate and consistent viewpoint while exploring specific regions of a molecular system. Shifting views manually from one focus point to another…