plumed-remd

Coordinate PLUMED multi-replica simulations for GROMACS umbrella sampling and metadynamics.

1|1|Updated Apr 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BioKT/Skills-BIOKT --skill plumed-remd
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Skill: plumed-remd
Source: https://github.com/BioKT/Skills-BIOKT/tree/main/plumed-remd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BioKT/Skills-BIOKT --skill plumed-remd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

PLUMED multi-replica simulations enable efficient umbrella sampling, bias-exchange METAD, and parallel-tempering METAD, including demuxing trajectories and WHAM analysis, streamlining complex MD workflows across replicas.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-replica PLUMED workflows for US-REMD, bias-exchange METAD, PT-METAD, and independent replicas.
  • Demuxing and WHAM analysis support to reconstruct continuous trajectories and estimate unbiased populations.
  • Input templates and guidance for setting up MPI-enabled GROMACS runs with PLUMED integration.

Quick Start

Configure your PLUMED multi-replica setup and run mpiexec across all replica directories using the -plumed input and -replex settings.

Frequently Asked Questions about plumed-remd

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

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How do I run PLUMED replica exchange simulations with GROMACS?

You run PLUMED replica exchange with GROMACS using MPI-based orchestration, supplying -multidir, -replex, and -plumed inputs across replica directories to coordinate umbrella sampling and metadynamics efficiently.

What is bias-exchange metadynamics and how does multi-replica PLUMED handle it?

Bias-exchange metadynamics uses multiple replicas exchanging biases to sample distinct collective variables, handled here through MPI orchestration, PLUMED integration, and input generation templates across replica directories.

Can I use this to demux trajectories and run WHAM analysis for umbrella sampling?

Yes, you can demux trajectories to reconstruct continuous pathways and estimate unbiased populations using the included WHAM Python script, streamlining post-processing for umbrella sampling and metadynamics workflows.

Does this Skill support parallel-tempering metadynamics?

Yes, parallel-tempering metadynamics is supported alongside bias-exchange METAD, US-REMD, and independent replicas, providing the necessary MPI orchestration and PLUMED integration templates.

What do I need to set up MPI-enabled GROMACS runs with PLUMED integration?

You need PLUMED input files and replica directories configured for MPI execution, using the provided input generation templates to manage -plumed inputs and -replex settings via mpiexec.