What are classical and quantum MD simulations with respect to proteins?

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 Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations are computer simulations that model the behavior of molecules over time, based on the principles of classical mechanics or quantum mechanics. In the context of proteins, MD simulations can be used to study the behavior and interactions of individual amino acids, as well as the overall structure and function of the protein.


Classical MD simulations use classical mechanics to simulate the motion of the atoms in a protein. In a classical MD simulation, the atoms are treated as classical particles with well-defined positions and velocities, and their motion is calculated based on classical laws of motion and interatomic forces. This allows the simulation to model large protein systems over long time scales, making it a useful tool for studying the dynamics and thermodynamics of protein structures.


Quantum MD simulations, on the other hand, use quantum mechanics to model the behavior of the electrons in a protein. In a quantum MD simulation, the motion of both the atoms and the electrons are modeled using quantum mechanical equations. This allows for a more accurate representation of chemical bonding and electronic structure, which can be important for understanding certain types of chemical reactions and interactions between proteins and other molecules.


However, quantum MD simulations are computationally more demanding than classical MD simulations, and are typically limited to smaller systems and shorter time scales. Additionally, the accuracy of quantum mechanics is not always necessary for certain types of protein simulations, such as studies of protein folding or protein-protein interactions. As a result, classical MD simulations are more commonly used in the study of proteins, but both methods have their strengths and limitations depending on the specific research question being addressed.

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  1. Creed x AsifMarch 9, 2024 at 8:36 AM

    This topic was intriguing, however I would want to know the procedure for doing a Quantum Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulation.
    Can we anticipate a upcoming post on that matter? :-)

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