Molecular data conversion scripts

Several scripts exist for importing molecular data directly into Maya, Blender and 3DsMax.  These scripts can often work well, but sometimes mishandle information and often require the user to manipulate the information contained within the PDB file or lose valuable information.

Below are several of the scripts capable of converting pdb data into various 3d applications:

Maya

• Tom Deoden's pdb import script: http://www.highend3d.com/maya/tutorials/dynamics_fx/138-1.html
• Excerpt from Biovisualization Class and revision of the above script: http://thunder.biosci.umbc.edu/biovisualization/index.php/Mel_scripting

3D Studio Max

• PDB Import Script: http://www.highend3d.com/3dsmax/downloads/scripts/utility_external/import/Molecule-Importer-4407.html 

Blender 

• http://www.blendernation.com/2007/01/05/scientific-visualisation-with-blender/