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Quick Start Workshop: Materials Simulation for Experimentalists Webinar Materials Science
  • Jun 7, 2022
Quick Start Workshop: Materials Simulation for Experimentalists

In this webinar, learn how an experimentalist can take advantage of simulation and modeling, as well as practical knowledge about how to get started.

Consumer Packaged Goods Webinar Materials Science
  • Jun 2, 2022
Why designing the next generation of sustainable packaging will rely on digital molecular simulations

In this webinar, we demonstrate how molecular simulation can reproduce and predict experimental mechanical and chemical properties of bio-sourced materials, and provide fundamental insights for product development.

Deliver industrial formulations with optimized product properties Webinar Materials Science
Desmond for Materials Science Webinar Materials Science
How digital molecular simulations will drive the next generation of innovation in reformulation and sustainability of consumer-packaged goods Webinar Materials Science
  • Apr 14, 2022
How digital molecular simulations will drive the next generation of innovation in reformulation and sustainability of consumer-packaged goods

In this webinar, we present the utility of modeling to develop new products, rationalize product (mis)behavior, and understand how modeling can empower researchers to drive innovation will be highlighted.

Driving the Development of Bio-Based Polymers with Molecular Simulation Webinar Materials Science
  • Apr 13, 2022
Driving the Development of Bio-Based Polymers with Molecular Simulation

In this webinar, we’ll explore how research leaders, material scientists and polymer scientists can learn new techniques for screening and evaluating the performance of bio-based polymer materials.

How to Adopt the Next-Generation of Materials Screening for Catalysis Discovery: In Silico Design at the Enterprise Scale Webinar Materials Science
  • Mar 30, 2022
How to Adopt the Next-Generation of Materials Screening for Catalysis Discovery: In Silico Design at the Enterprise Scale

In this webinar, learn how catalysts facilitate the creation of almost all synthetic materials we interact with every day.

Desmond for Materials Science Webinar Materials Science
  • Mar 29, 2022
Advancing the Understanding of the Starch Structure-function Relationship with Molecular Simulation

In this webinar, learn how the use of molecular dynamics simulations provides critical insight into the structural and dynamic properties of amorphous starch structures.

Complex Formulations Webinar Materials Science
Demonstration of Coarse-grained Modeling of Drug Formulations using Schrödinger Materials Science Suite Webinar Materials Science
Materials Science: Penetrant Loading Webinar Materials Science
How to use Atomistic Simulations of Polymers in an Industrial Setting Webinar Materials Science
  • Sep 9, 2021
How to use Atomistic Simulations of Polymers in an Industrial Setting

In this webinar, we review case studies where this connection has been made and leveraged with molecular simulation in consumer packaging and adhesive materials.

Events

Standing out in a competitive landscape: The power of structure-based biologics design Webinar Life Science
  • Jul 29, 2026
Standing out in a competitive landscape: The power of structure-based biologics design

Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to leverage advanced in silico methods to de-risk your molecules and increase your experimental success rates.

Schrödinger Japan Life Sciences User Group Meeting 2026 Event Life Science
  • Jul 30, 2026
Schrödinger Japan Life Sciences User Group Meeting 2026

新規テクノロジーの紹介を始め、実際の創薬プロジェクトでの活用事例を、国内外のユーザー様からのご発表を含めてご紹介します。

IUCr2026 Event Materials Science
  • Aug 11th-18th, 2026
IUCr2026

Schrödinger is excited to be participating in the IUCr2026 conference taking place on August 11th – 18th in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Webinars

Accelerating sustainable chemical innovation with physics-powered AI and predictive modeling Webinar Materials Science
  • Jul 23, 2026
Accelerating sustainable chemical innovation with physics-powered AI and predictive modeling

Join us for a webinar with Innovation Research Interchange and learn how the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector is currently navigating a significant transition driven by a global consumer shift toward “clean label” products and high-transparency ingredient lists.

A predictive modeling platform for studying degradation, reactivity, and catalysis of small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients recording Webinar Materials Science
  • Jun 3, 2026
A predictive modeling platform for studying degradation, reactivity, and catalysis of small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients recording

In this webinar, we present recent advances in automated, end-to-end solutions for studying degradation, reactivity, and catalysis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Integrating AI and Machine Learning to Accelerate Composite Resin Formulation Webinar Materials Science
  • May 13, 2026
Integrating AI and Machine Learning to Accelerate Composite Resin Formulation

Schrödinger is excited to be hosting a webinar in collaboration with Composites World, taking place on May 13th at 11:00AM EDT.

Documentation

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Complex Bilayer Builder Panel

Build single or multi-component lipid membranes with or without an embedded membrane protein.

  • Documentation
Membrane Analysis Panel

Calculate structural properties for a lipid membrane over the selected frames of a trajectory.

  • Documentation
Membrane Analysis Viewer Panel

View plots of the structural properties of a lipid over the course of a molecular dynamics trajectory, generated using the Membrane Analysis panel.

Tutorials

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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.

Training Videos

Getting Going with MS Maestro Video Series Video Materials Science
Getting Going with MS Maestro Video Series

A free video series introducing the basics of using Materials Science Maestro.

Launching, Saving and Importing – Getting Going with MS Maestro Video Materials Science
Launching, Saving and Importing – Getting Going with MS Maestro

Learn Launching, Saving and Importing in the Getting Going with Materials Science (MS) Maestro Video Series.

Navigating the Graphical User Interface – Getting Going with MS Maestro Video Materials Science
Navigating the Graphical User Interface – Getting Going with MS Maestro

Learn how to navigate the Graphical User Interface in the Getting Going with Materials Science (MS) Maestro Video Series.

Publications

  • Publication
  • May 27, 2026
Digital Discovery of Large-Scale Optoelectronic Materials via MPNICE Machine-Learning Force Fields

Abroshan, et al. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 2026, 28(24), 14764–14774

  • Publication
  • Apr 23, 2026
Multiobjective Design of Electrolyte Solvents via Physics-Based Modeling and Reinforcement Learning

Afzal, et al. ACS Applied Engineering Materials, 2026, 4(5), 2140–2150

Case Studies

Advancing sustainable food processing through integrated experimental and molecular simulation approaches Case Study Materials Science
  • Jul 11, 2025
Advancing sustainable food processing through integrated experimental and molecular simulation approaches

Scientists from Schrödinger and UMass carried out comprehensive studies experimentally and computationally to investigate the key properties and extrusion performance of zein-formulated meat alternatives.

Advancing lipid nanoparticle development with structure-based modeling platform and services Case Study Life Science Materials Science
The Future of Food: Molecular Simulations and AI/ML Reshaping Product Development Case Study Materials Science

White Papers

Quick Reference Sheets

  • Quick Reference Sheet
Simple Sugar Builder

Get an overview of the Simple Sugar Builder.

  • Quick Reference Sheet
Clean Up Structures

Get an overview of the Clean Up Structures Panel.

  • Quick Reference Sheet
Materials Science Panel Explorer

Get an overview of the Materials Science Panel Explorer panel for filtering for tools of interest.

Latest insights from Extrapolations blog

How L’Oreal Uses Digital Simulation to Explore Sustainable Product Ingredients 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
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
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.