Quickly Isolate the Files You Need in SAMSON with NSL

When working on complex molecular systems, one of the recurrent frustrations for computational scientists is managing and filtering through large numbers of files inside a project. From simulation results to experimental structures, projects often include multiple file nodes that must…

Placing Lipids Around Proteins Without Headaches

Building lipid layers around membrane proteins is a common challenge for molecular modelers. Whether you’re preparing a membrane system for MD simulations or simply studying membrane-protein interactions, manually assembling lipid bilayers can be time-consuming and error-prone. The Molecular Box Builder…

Understanding Visual Models in SAMSON: See Your Molecules Clearly

One of the more persistent frustrations for molecular modelers is effectively visualizing nanosystems—whether it’s a protein, an electrostatic field, or a more complex molecular structure. A clear and flexible visual representation can make all the difference in understanding, communicating, and…

Choosing the Right Color Palette for Molecular Insights

When exploring molecular structures, color can be much more than decoration—it can be a powerful tool to convey chemical properties, improve clarity, and communicate findings. But with so many options, how do you choose the right color palette? In SAMSON,…

Filtering molecular side chains by composition in SAMSON

When working on large biomolecules, modelers often need to focus on specific structural features of side chains—whether to study interaction sites, assess functional groups, or prep for simulations. One common challenge is identifying side chains based on their atomic composition.…

Why Only One Editor Can Be Active at a Time in SAMSON

When working on complex molecular models, one of the last things you want is an overwhelming interface filled with tools competing for your attention. This is where SAMSON’s design choice around editors makes a difference. In SAMSON, only one editor…