Molecular Visualization

Working with Molecular data can seem overwhelming. While a robust set of tools exist for working with molecular data in the scientific environment, artist and animators often find it difficult to import the data into the animation environment.  Although many tools exist for importing and exporting the data, many of these are either outdated, non functional, produce models that are too complex or too simple or they export files in outdated formats.  They objective of this space is to outline and share techniques which allow animators and visualizers to access this data in the optimal format and in a quick and efficient manner.

Outline:

• Molecular data storage - Searching the online repository and working with the various file formats
• Molecular visualization tools - A basic listing of scientific tools that exist for accessing, exploring and modifying molecular data
• Converting molecular data - Methods of importing/exporting molecular data into robust 3D animation programs and environments
• Molecular Animation Birds of a feather - Molecular animation group, dedicated to connecting individuals, sharing information and techniques regarding molecular animation.
• History of Molecular Visualization