Quickly Find Conformations Based on Atom Counts in SAMSON

When you’re working with molecular structures that contain multiple conformations, it’s easy to get lost in long lists of data, especially in large systems. Whether you’re preparing datasets, designing filters for simulations, or just trying to isolate a subset of…

Why Your Molecular Models Look Flat (And How to Fix It)

Have you ever created a molecular visualization that felt underwhelming, despite being scientifically accurate? If your model seems flat or lacks depth, you’re not alone. One of the most common problems in molecular modeling is a lack of depth perception—making…

Quickly Filter Molecular Files in SAMSON Using NSL

When working with complex molecular systems in SAMSON, the scene graph can quickly become populated with a wide variety of node types, including atoms, residues, groups, and complete molecular files. Scrolling through and manually identifying which file nodes are selected…

Interactive Carbon Nanotube Building Without Guesswork

Building accurate carbon nanotube (CNT) models can be time-consuming, especially when you have to define chiral vectors or axis orientations manually. For researchers working in molecular modeling, materials science, or nanodevice design, a frequent challenge is quickly generating specific CNT…

Running GROMACS Simulations in the Cloud Without Leaving SAMSON

One common barrier in molecular dynamics simulations is limited local computing resources. Whether you’re working on a laptop or a shared desktop, the complexity of your system can easily outpace your hardware—especially during production runs. Fortunately, the GROMACS Wizard Extension…

Making Molecular Models Fade Into View

One of the recurring challenges molecular modelers face when presenting complex models is guiding the viewer’s attention without overwhelming them. Whether you’re demonstrating molecular assemblies, structural mechanisms, or visual effects for educational content, drawing focus progressively in animations can make…