BioViewer

BioViewer

Protein/molecule visualizer

1 ratings
3 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 23, 2021
  • February 23, 2024
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Visualize 3D molecular structures from .pdb files on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Features smooth rendering, drag-and-drop support, and publication-quality photo exports for detailed analysis.

โœ“3D molecular structure visualization
โœ“Supports .pdb and .xyz files
โœ“Drag and drop functionality
โœ“Photo Mode with high-quality exports
โœ“Multi-model PDB support
โœ“Optimized for ProMotion displays
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What's New in BioViewer

1.5

February 23, 2024

- Changes in the rendering engine for higher quality shadows at a small performance cost. - Protein atoms can now be colored based on their residue (ARG, HIS, LYS...). - Protein atoms can now be colored based on their secondary structure (helix, sheet or loop). - Added a UI control to change the direction of the light source. - Several more elements can have their colors customized within the app: F, Na, P, Cl, K, Ca, Fe, Zn and I. - PDB file reading is now multithreaded, making the opening of bigger files much faster.

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User reviews

CAN DO NOTHING

Just a pbd viewer
Elegant
But CAN DO NOTHING

Not Good

Does not even come close to PyMol or any other molecular viewer

Structures are all reversed

This is a nice little molecular viewer that I thought I might use in my biology class (Iโ€™m a Bio professor), BUT when I opened my first structure from the protein database - 2cv5 (DNA wrapped around a nucleosome) - the wrap of the DNA around the nucleosome core is spiraling the wrong way and the DNA itself is winding backwards. The viewer is giving incorrect mirror views of the structure. This can be seen by comparing the app view with the view at RCSB itself using their 3D viewer in the browser or in PyMol (a more professional structure viewer). I tried other nucleosome structures - the same error.

I am led to conclude that all proteins are shown in mirror image of reality. As such this viewer should not be used until this issue is fixed.
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FAQ

What molecular file formats does BioViewer support?

BioViewer supports .pdb and .xyz file formats. You can easily import these files using drag and drop functionality directly into the application.

Can I export high-quality images from BioViewer?

Yes, BioViewer includes a Photo Mode that allows for publication-quality exports of your molecular visualizations. This feature is ideal for presentations and research papers.

What devices is BioViewer compatible with?

BioViewer is available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. It is designed to run smoothly on iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers.

How often is BioViewer updated?

The application was last updated on February 23, 2024, with version 1.5. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

Does BioViewer have ads?

No, BioViewer is completely free and does not contain any advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

What is the age rating for BioViewer?

BioViewer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger students exploring molecular structures.

How does BioViewer handle large protein structures?

BioViewer utilizes a custom Metal-based rendering engine designed for smooth performance, even when visualizing very large protein structures.

What is the user sentiment for BioViewer based on ratings?

Currently, BioViewer has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating. Further user feedback would be needed to establish a broader sentiment.