Streamlining Python Package Management in SAMSON

Handling Python packages effectively can be one of the more time-consuming parts of any computational workflow. For molecular modelers using SAMSON, the process is streamlined thanks to its dedicated Python Package Manager tool integrated into the Python Console. Whether you’re…

Understanding Formal Charge in Molecular Models Made Simple

Molecular modelers often face the challenge of ensuring their models accurately characterize the system under study. Among many attributes, understanding and controlling the formal charge within a molecular model is an essential aspect of ensuring proper behavior during simulations or…

Transform Molecular Visualizations with Visual Presets in SAMSON

Molecular modelers often seek efficient ways to analyze and visualize complex molecular systems. Whether you are exploring protein-ligand interactions, structural dynamics, or large biomolecular assemblies, creating clear, informative, and aesthetic visualizations can sometimes feel challenging. This is where the power…

How to Install an Older Version of SAMSON

Have you ever needed to install an older version of software but struggled to navigate the process? If you’re working in molecular modeling with SAMSON and find yourself needing a specific previous release, here’s a step-by-step guide to make it…

Simplify Coarse-Grained Molecular Modeling with GROMACS Wizard

Coarse-grained (CG) molecular modeling is a popular approach in molecular design for studying complex systems while reducing computational costs. However, efficiently preparing a coarse-grained system can feel daunting, even for experienced molecular modelers. The GROMACS Wizard in the SAMSON platform…

Beginner’s Guide to Creating Your Own SAMSON Apps

If you’re a molecular modeler, you’ve likely faced the frustration of needing highly specific tools and workflows precisely tailored to your needs. What if you could extend the power of an already versatile molecular design platform, like SAMSON, with features…

Transform Your Molecular Modeling Workflow with IM-UFF

For molecular modelers, one common challenge is efficiently building, editing, and simulating molecular structures that may undergo significant topological changes. SAMSON’s Interactive Modeling Universal Force Field (IM-UFF) offers a solution tailored to this need, seamlessly blending interactive molecular modeling with…