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  • Structural biology
  • Computational biology
  • Biophysics

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  • Molecular visualization is crucial for understanding molecular form and function.
  • Visualization practices have evolved with experimental and computational progress since the 1950s.
  • Digital tools and public repositories aid scientists in interpreting and disseminating structural data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To trace the historical evolution of molecular visualization techniques.
  • To explore the limitations of static visualizations for complex molecular systems.
  • To examine emerging technologies that enhance molecular representation and scientific exploration.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical developments in molecular modeling.
  • Analysis of current digital tools for structural data interpretation.
  • Exploration of recent advancements in animation, integrative modeling, and AI.

Main Results:

  • Visualization has progressed from physical models to dynamic, data-integrated animations.
  • Current tools aid in interpreting diverse biological data.
  • New technologies offer novel ways to represent molecular complexity and motion.

Conclusions:

  • Emerging technologies promise to revolutionize molecular visualization.
  • Visualization is evolving from a communication medium to a scientific exploration tool.
  • Advanced visualization techniques are essential for tackling complex, dynamic molecular systems.