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  • 1Department of Chemistry, Center for Cell and Virus Theory, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, USA.

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This study introduces a novel multiscale modeling approach for analyzing large nanosystems like viruses. The method efficiently samples configurations and calculates forces to map free-energy landscapes, enabling precise nanodesign.

Area of Science:

  • Computational nanoscience
  • Multiscale modeling
  • Biophysics

Background:

  • Nanosystems analysis requires understanding atomic configurations and their dynamics.
  • Existing methods struggle with large-scale systems (supramillion atoms).
  • Multiscale techniques offer a path to bridge atomic detail and system-level behavior.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an efficient algorithm for sampling atomistic configurations in large nanosystems.
  • To calculate thermal-average forces for free-energy landscape exploration.
  • To enable calibration-free nanosystem modeling preserving atomic detail.

Main Methods:

  • Deductive all-atom multiscale techniques.
  • Stochastic equations for order parameters driven by thermal-average forces.

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  • Efficient algorithm for sampling configurations in supramillion atom nanosystems (SIMNANOWORLD).

    • Main Results:

    • An efficient algorithm for sampling a wide range of configurations without improbable states.
    • Calculation of thermal-average forces for free-energy landscape searches.
    • Application to Cowpea chlorotic mottle virus capsid thermal structures.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed methodology enables efficient, calibration-free modeling of nanosystems.
    • Preserves atomic-scale detail while capturing overall system character.
    • Broad applicability to virology, nanocapsule design for drug/vaccine delivery.