molecular-dynamics

Simulate molecular dynamics experiments with OpenMM and analyze trajectories using MDAnalysis.

21|1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
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Skill: molecular-dynamics
Source: https://github.com/OwnLabAI/ownlab/tree/main/mart/skills/scientific-skills/molecular-dynamics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OwnLabAI/ownlab --skill molecular-dynamics-ownlabai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

MD researchers need a guided, self-contained workflow to run and analyze molecular dynamics simulations using OpenMM and MDAnalysis, from system setup to trajectory interpretation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OpenMM-based MD workflow: Prepare systems, minimize energy, equilibrate (NVT/NPT), and run production MD.
  • MDAnalysis-driven analysis: Compute RMSD, RMSF, and protein-ligand contacts from trajectories.
  • Use Case: Validate protein stability and ligand binding by comparing RMSD/RMSF and generating contact maps across simulations.

Quick Start

Install OpenMM and MDAnalysis, prepare your system, and run a simple OpenMM MD workflow to minimize, equilibrate, and produce a trajectory.

Frequently Asked Questions about molecular-dynamics

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I run molecular dynamics simulations using OpenMM from start to finish?

To run molecular dynamics simulations using OpenMM, you prepare the system, minimize energy, equilibrate under NVT/NPT ensembles, and execute production MD to generate a trajectory for downstream analysis.

How do I compute RMSD and RMSF for protein stability from MD trajectories?

To compute RMSD and RMSF for protein stability, you load your trajectory into MDAnalysis and run the provided analysis pipeline to calculate structural deviations and fluctuations across the simulation frames.

Can I analyze protein-ligand contacts and binding interactions with MDAnalysis?

Yes, you can analyze protein-ligand contacts by loading production MD trajectories into MDAnalysis to generate contact maps and validate ligand binding stability throughout the simulation.

What do I need to set up before starting an OpenMM molecular dynamics workflow?

Before starting an OpenMM molecular dynamics workflow, you need to install the OpenMM and MDAnalysis Python packages and prepare your biomolecular system files for system setup and energy minimization.

When should I use an OpenMM and MDAnalysis pipeline for conformational sampling?

You should use an OpenMM and MDAnalysis pipeline for conformational sampling when you need a scripted, self-contained workflow to validate protein stability, drug binding, and structural dynamics across structural biology experiments.