Three Lesser-Known Ways to Tune UFF Simulations in SAMSON

If you’ve worked with molecular simulations using the Universal Force Field (UFF), you’ve probably faced this common struggle: finding the right parameters to reflect the behavior of your specific system. Accurate simulation results often require tweaking below the surface—beyond simply…

What Are SAMSON Apps, and Why Should Molecular Modelers Care?

For molecular modelers, one of the biggest challenges is bridging the gap between different computational tools, data formats, and specific modeling functionalities. Whether you’re preparing structures, performing simulations, or visualizing molecular systems, you may find yourself juggling many different software…

A Precise Way to Select Atoms with Mathematical Expressions

When working with molecular structures, atom selection can become a tedious and repetitive task, especially in large systems like crystals, biomolecules, or complex nanostructures. Often, modelers want to focus on specific regions — say, atoms with certain charges, atoms within…

Less Eye Strain, Better Focus: Using Dark Mode in SAMSON

If you’re spending long hours working on molecular models, you’ve probably noticed how harsh bright interfaces can be on the eyes—especially in low-light environments. Whether you’re modeling late into the night or simply prefer a more subdued interface, SAMSON’s dark…

Quickly Filtering Backbone Groups in Complex Molecules

When designing, analyzing, or editing macromolecular systems in SAMSON, researchers often need to isolate specific backbone groups based on their chemical or visual characteristics. Whether it’s identifying hidden segments of a protein, locating backbones with extremely high partial charges, or…