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As a part of the 2025 Beckman Institute Open House (BIOH), the Theoretical and Computational Biophysics Group (TCBG) offered an exciting and immersive glimpse into the molecular world of modern biology through cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) experiences. As developers of the widely used molecular simulation tools NAMD and VMD, TCBG takes pride in making science accessible to and inspiring for the broader community. At this year's BIOH, visitors had the opportunity to fly through molecular structures, manipulate DNA interactively, and step inside protein complexes that power living cells, all in VR. A standout attraction was the Minecraft-style virtual cell exploration, where guests navigated through blocky but biologically accurate cellular environments generated from real 3D microscopy data. The event drew curious minds of all ages, from young aspiring students to seasoned researchers, showcasing TCBG's ongoing mission to bridge science, technology, and public engagement.

Editorials

The Future of Biomolecular Modeling

A 2015 TCBG Symposium brought together scientists from across the Midwest to brainstorm about what's on the horizon for computational modeling. See a summary of what these experts foresee. Read more

VMD Illuminated

The software program VMD is a visualization and analysis tool that goes where no microscope can. Trace the trajectory of its development over the last two decades. By Lisa Pollack. Read more

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