Author: OneAngstrom

Molecular modeling often involves visually analyzing the behavior of particle groups or molecules in various scenarios. One tool to achieve this in an intuitive and interactive way is the Rotate animation feature in SAMSON. This post will guide you on…

For molecular modelers and researchers, achieving visually intuitive presentations of molecular models can sometimes be challenging. Elegant animations that highlight specific molecular interactions or changes over time often require an intuitive approach to transparency and visibility. This is where SAMSON’s…

For molecular modelers tackling complex protein dynamics, one common challenge is generating smooth and realistic transition paths between two protein conformations. Whether you’re performing conformational analyses, modeling transition states, or setting up umbrella sampling simulations, defining biologically meaningful pathways can…

Molecular modelers often grapple with interpreting complex molecular motions. For those studying the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein—central to the virus’s entry mechanism into human cells—understanding its dynamic transition from a closed to an open state is vital. Thankfully, SAMSON provides tools…

Molecular modelers often find themselves needing effective ways to visually convey complex structures and processes. Whether you’re building compelling presentations or analyzing molecular transparency effects, the Appear animation in SAMSON provides a specialized tool to make your molecular nodes progressively…

Streamlining Protein Superposition: A Guide for Molecular Modelers If you’re a molecular modeler, chances are you’ve encountered the challenge of aligning proteins—both their sequences and structures. Whether you’re building homology models, comparing mutated proteins, or mapping conserved residues, protein alignment…

Molecular modeling and visualization often demand precise and clear communication of complex phenomena. One challenge many molecular modelers face is showcasing how atoms and molecular structures change or emerge over time, particularly across specific frames of an animation. This is…

Molecular modelers often face the challenge of effectively perceiving depth and spatial relationships in intricate molecular structures. A simple but powerful solution to improve three-dimensional depth perception in visualizations is ambient occlusion. In this blog post, we’ll explore how SAMSON…

For molecular modelers and researchers, designing custom polymers often feels like assembling a puzzle with missing or mismatched pieces. Whether you're working on synthetic chains, biopolymers, or novel molecular scaffolds, creating tailor-made structures is a meticulous process. Luckily, SAMSON's Polymer…