Author: OneAngstrom
Building Your Own Molecular Modeling Tools in SAMSON Without Starting from Scratch
For many researchers and developers in molecular modeling, one recurring challenge is adapting software tools to specific workflows. Whether you’re modeling new nanostructures, designing drug candidates, or visualizing complex biophysical systems, off-the-shelf features often cover only part of the task.…
Mastering Camera Movements for Molecular Presentations
One of the most overlooked yet essential challenges in molecular modeling presentations is maintaining clarity while guiding viewers through complex 3D structures. Whether you’re creating an educational video, showcasing molecular docking, or simply navigating large biomolecules during a meeting, poor…
Struggling to Export Your Molecular Models? Here’s What You Might Be Missing
Keeping It Visible: Understanding Animation Visibility in SAMSON
Quickly Find Charged Groups in Your Molecular Model
When modeling complex molecular systems, it’s often crucial to identify specific structural groups that carry a formal charge. Whether you’re studying ion-binding mechanisms, charge distributions, or preparing your system for electrostatics calculations, filtering for charged entities quickly can save you…
Quickly Toggle Label Visibility in SAMSON Using NSL
Quickly Find Large Molecular Segments in SAMSON with NSL
Identifying large biomolecular segments quickly can save time and reduce errors, especially during molecular editing, visualization, or simulation prep. Whether you’re selecting protein domains, isolating specific chains, or filtering data before analysis, there’s a faster way with SAMSON’s Node Specification…
Visualizing the SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein in Motion: A Resource for Molecular Modelers
One of the frustrating challenges in molecular modeling is understanding and simulating large conformational changes in biomolecular complexes. For researchers working on viral mechanisms or drug discovery, visualizing the conformational transition of key viral components—such as the spike glycoprotein on…

