The complicated structure of proteins and nucleic acids is better understood if the viewer can see the structure from many vantage points. Movies supplement illustrations in journal articles and are often highlights of oral presentations. In many instances, movies quickly and easily communicate information vital for understanding. We will use the cross-platform, open-source tools PyMOL, Chimera, and VMD to animate molecular dynamics trajectories, conformational changes (morphing), molecular docking, and active site structural analysis in a hands-on setting.
The class will move quickly and those with some experience with similar software will have an advantage. Molecular Graphics I: Illustrations with PyMOL, Chimera, and VMD will help.
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