For students, researchers, and professionals in academia, access to powerful tools like SAMSON can enhance the molecular modeling workflow without stretching budgets. SAMSON offers significant benefits for academic users, including free SAMSON Extensions and substantial discounts (up to 90%) on non-free extensions. But how do you unlock these benefits? Here’s a detailed guide to obtaining academic status in SAMSON.
What is Academic Status?
Academic status with SAMSON ensures that you can take full advantage of specific SAMSON Extensions at no cost and allows you to purchase non-free extensions at heavily reduced prices. In essence, it allows academic users to leverage SAMSON’s full capabilities in an affordable manner, supporting cutting-edge research and learning.
How to Obtain Academic Status
The process to get academic status is straightforward and accessible to anyone working in the academic field:
- Sign up with your institutional email address: Head over to SAMSON Connect and register using an email address associated with your university, research institute, or college.
- Wait for verification: The SAMSON team will review your application, and academic status will typically be granted within 1-2 working days.
- Follow up if necessary: If you’ve used an eligible academic email address and haven’t received academic status after 2 days, you can reach out to SAMSON’s support team for assistance.
What If You Don’t Have an Academic Email Address?
If you’re a student or researcher working in academia but don’t have access to an institution-provided email address, you can still apply for academic status. Simply contact the SAMSON support team at contact@samson-connect.net, provide proof of your academic affiliation, and they will guide you through the process.
Important Notes
- If you change your email address in the future, you will need to reinstall SAMSON and log in with your updated credentials to retain your academic status.
- Make sure to use your SAMSON Key, available in SAMSON Connect, whenever prompted, to validate your academic license.
Conclusion
Unlocking your academic benefits on SAMSON is simple and highly beneficial for maximizing your molecular modeling capabilities without breaking the bank. Whether you’re adding new SAMSON Extensions or exploring advanced functionalities, academic status ensures access to powerful tools at reduced or no cost.
To learn more about academic status and other frequently asked questions, visit the SAMSON FAQ section.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. Get your copy of SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.