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chimerax

UCSF ChimeraX (or simply ChimeraX) is the next-generation molecular visualization program from the Resource for Biocomputing, Visualization, and Informatics (RBVI), following UCSF Chimera.

  • Desktop app
  • GUI
  • GRAPHICS
  • Dev
  • Launchable
official+codex · reviewed · May 30, 2026 description in en

Description

Visualizes molecular structures for research, teaching, and scientific analysis. It is useful for exploring proteins, complexes, maps, and other biological or chemical models with interactive 3D tools.

Researchers, students, and educators use it as a graphical application. Work with downloaded structures and research data carefully, especially when handling unpublished or sensitive laboratory material.

How to run

chimerax

Commands: chimerax

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