Tutorial
Materials Science
Introduction to Materials Science Maestro Tutorial
An introduction to Materials Science Maestro, covering basic navigation, an intro to building models and several of the key functionalities of the graphical user interface.
- Tutorial
Disordered System Building and Molecular Dynamics Multistage Workflows
Learn to use the Disordered System Builder and Molecular Dynamics Multistage Workflow panels to build and equilibrate model systems.
- Tutorial
Introduction to Geometry Optimizations, Functionals and Basis Sets
Perform geometry optimizations on simple organic molecules and learn basics regarding functionals and basis sets.
- Tutorial
Electronic Structure Calculations of Bulk Crystals Using Quantum ESPRESSO
Learn the basics of the Quantum ESPRESSO interface for periodic density functional theory (DFT) calculations of bulk solids, including convergence testing, geometry optimization, band structures, the density of states (DOS), and the projected density of states (PDOS).
- Tutorial
Machine Learning for Materials Science
Use AutoQSAR to build and rank order numerical QSPR models and apply these models to make predictions on external datasets and analyze these predictions.
- Tutorial
Automated Dissipative Particle Dynamics (DPD) Parameterization
Learn how to build a coarse-grained force field for dissipative particle dynamics (DPD) from an all-atom system by automatically fitting coarse-grained parameters to reproduce an all-atom simulation.
- Tutorial
Polymer Property Prediction
Learn to predict the thermophysical and mechanical response properties of a polymeric material.
- Tutorial
Building, Equilibrating and Analyzing Amorphous Polymers
Build a polymer and create an amorphous cell for molecular dynamics simulations.
- Tutorial
Python API for Materials Science (Part 1: Working with Molecules)
Learn some typical modules and perform exercises for an introduction to the Python API for materials science.
- Tutorial
Introduction to Multistage Quantum Mechanical Workflows
Utilize the Quantum Mechanical (QM) Multistage panel to prepare an automated QM workflow.
- Tutorial
Thermal Conductivity
Learn to use the Thermal Conductivity Calculation and Results panels to calculate thermal conductivity.
- Tutorial
Automated Martini Fitting for Coarse-Grained Simulations
Use the Coarse-Grained Force Field builder to automatically fit parameters for the Martini coarse-grained force field, utilizing all-atom systems as the reference for various systems.
Case Studies
Case Study
Life Science
Materials Science
Case Study
Materials Science
Case Study
Materials Science
Documentation
Documentation
Materials Science
Materials Science Documentation
Comprehensive reference documentation covering materials science panels and workflows.
- Documentation
Materials Science Panel Explorer
Quickly learn which Schrödinger tools are the best fit for your research.
- Documentation
Online Help and Documentation
An online resource of information and instruction on how to use Schrödinger software including user manuals, panel descriptions, installation guides, reference sheets, tutorials, and more.
Events
Event
Materials Science
- Apr 27th-30th, 2025
2025 AOCS Annual Meeting & Expo
Schrödinger is excited to be participating in the 2025 AOCS Annual Meeting & Expo conference taking place on April 27th – 30th in Portland, Oregon.
Event
Materials Science
- Apr 27, 2025
Innovate big, think “small”: Optimizing formulations at the molecular level with physics-powered AI
Join us for this two-hour workshop on the practical applications of molecular scale, physics-informed AI for research scientists.
Event
Materials Science
- May 2, 2025
Digital Formulation: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Medicines Manufacturing
Schrödinger is excited to be participating in the Mesox Symposium taking place on May 2nd in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Product Videos
Video
Materials Science
Getting Going with Materials Science Maestro Video Series
A free video series introducing the basics of using Materials Science Maestro.
Video
Materials Science
Building Small Molecules in MS Maestro
The sixth video in the Getting Going with Materials Science (MS) Maestro Video Series: 2D Sketcher, 3D Builder, and Force Field Minimization.
Video
Materials Science
Building Organometallic Complexes in MS Maestro
The seventh video in the Getting Going with Materials Science (MS) Maestro Video Series: Buidling an organometallic complex.
Publications
- Publication
- Mar 17, 2025
Leveraging high-throughput molecular simulations and machine learning for the design of chemical mixtures
Chew, et al. npj Computational Matererials, 2025, 11, 72- Publication
- Mar 5, 2025
A robust crystal structure prediction method to support small molecule drug development with large scale validation and blind study
Zhou, et al. Nature Communications, 2025, 16, 2210- Publication
- Feb 28, 2025
Uncovering the light absorption mechanism of the blue natural colorant allophycocyanin from Arthrospira platensis using molecular dynamics
Buecker, et al. Food Chemistry, 2025, 466, 141834Quick Reference Sheets
Tutorials
Tutorial
Materials Science
Introduction to Materials Science Maestro Tutorial
An introduction to Materials Science Maestro, covering basic navigation, an intro to building models and several of the key functionalities of the graphical user interface.
- Tutorial
Disordered System Building and Molecular Dynamics Multistage Workflows
Learn to use the Disordered System Builder and Molecular Dynamics Multistage Workflow panels to build and equilibrate model systems.
- Tutorial
Introduction to Geometry Optimizations, Functionals and Basis Sets
Perform geometry optimizations on simple organic molecules and learn basics regarding functionals and basis sets.
Webinars
Webinar
Life Science
Materials Science
- May 14, 2025
Computational insights into polymer excipient selection for amorphous solid dispersions
In this webinar, we will highlight how molecular models can aid our ability to screen through standard polymer excipients for target lists to push into lab testing.
Webinar
Materials Science
- Apr 16, 2025
Accelerating OLED innovation with multi-scale, multi-physics simulations
Join us to explore how integrated digital workflows drive the design of next-generation, high-performance OLEDs.
Webinar
Life Science
Materials Science
- Apr 8, 2025
Accelerating pharmaceutical formulations using machine learning approaches
In this webinar, we will demonstrate how Schrödinger’s integrated ML- and physics-based approaches are transforming pharmaceutical formulation design.
White Papers
White Paper
Materials Science
White Paper
Materials Science
White Paper
Materials Science
Latest insights from Extrapolations blog
Blog
How L’Oreal Uses Digital Simulation to Explore Sustainable Product Ingredients
Most of us could name at least one cosmetic or personal care product that’s essential to looking and feeling our best. Whether it’s a specific kind of soap, a brand of mascara, the right shade of lipstick or the shampoo that works best for our hair, these products have become a critical part of our daily routine.
Uncovering Better Materials for the Spacecraft of Tomorrow
When it comes to solving problems for his job, the work done by Dr. Levi Moore actually is rocket science. As a research chemist with the United States Air Force Research Laboratory, he’s tasked with helping to develop new materials that make it easier and safer to launch rockets into space.
Sustainable Food Packaging Designed at the Atomic Level
Each year, an estimated 330 million metric tonnes of plastic are produced globally. A significant portion of that plastic becomes waste, clogging landfills, rivers, and the ocean for centuries, damaging ecosystems and negatively impacting human health.
Training & Resources
Online certification courses
Level up your skill set with hands-on, online molecular modeling courses. These self-paced courses cover a range of scientific topics and include access to Schrödinger software and support.
Free learning resources
Learn how to deploy the technology and best practices of Schrödinger software for your project success. Find training resources, tutorials, quick start guides, videos, and more.
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