Author: OneAngstrom

Creating molecular animations that are both scientifically accurate and visually engaging is often a challenging task for molecular modelers. One specific pain point is managing the precise movement of atoms while ensuring flexibility for experimentation. SAMSON’s Move Atoms animation feature…

For molecular modelers using GROMACS, stabilizing the system density through NPT equilibration is a crucial step before diving into production molecular dynamics simulations. However, understanding how to efficiently manage input structures and parameters can sometimes be a bottleneck. In this…

For molecular modelers aiming to ensure reproducibility or tap into the specific features of a particular GROMACS version, the ability to customize your GROMACS setup can be pivotal. SAMSON’s GROMACS Wizard simplifies the process of integrating a custom GROMACS installation…

For molecular modelers, measuring distances, angles, and torsions is a critical part of understanding molecular structures. But what happens when you need to save measurements for later use or share them with colleagues? This is where the ability to save…

Analyzing molecular shapes along trajectories is an essential task for molecular modelers, especially when identifying subtle shape changes in systems such as protein folding or supramolecular assemblies. However, relying solely on common indicators like the radius of gyration can sometimes…

For molecular modelers looking to dive into coarse-grained simulations, preparing your system correctly is a vital first step. Yet, the process of assembling topology files, setting up periodic boxes, solvating the system, and adding ions can seem daunting. Thankfully, the…

Symmetry plays a crucial role in molecular modeling and design, offering insights into both structure and function. For molecular modelers working on complex biological assemblies like proteins, viral capsids, and nanoparticles, symmetry detection isn’t merely an aesthetic pursuit—it’s a practical…