In plain language: Computer simulations show how proteins, DNA and drugs move, but most of that data is never shared or reused. Over 100 leading scientists, led by Modesto Orozco, call for storing simulations so they are Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable (FAIR), as is already standard for genomes and protein structures.
Why it matters to clients: Shared, well-documented simulation data lets new projects build on what is already known instead of starting from scratch, and Nostrum works at the centre of this effort through the MDDB consortium.
The publication highlights the need to adopt FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) to ensure that MD simulations are not only reproducible but also reusable as a rich source of insight into the dynamic behavior of biomolecules. Unlike other scientific fields where data sharing is standard practice, MD data often remains isolated and inaccessible, limiting its long-term value.
