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phaser spacegroup within phenix
by John M. Berrisford 17 Jun '10

17 Jun '10

Hello I've just spotted a discrepancy between phenix run from ccp4i and from the phenix GUI regarding spacegroup selection run phaser runs. Within the CCP4 GUI you can specify the space group for a phaser molecular replacement run to be the space group of the mtz or a sub-space group (i.e P222 or P212121 etc...). For some reason this isn't as obvious within the phenix GUI. I have an mtz processed in P21 and when I load it into the phenix phaser GUI it tells me its P21 (P 1 21 1) and gives me no other options. However, when I run the molecular replacement job it decides that the space group could be either P2 or P21 and runs both - which in my case runs in P2 and gives a partial solution, not the full solution I would expect in P21. A bit annoying as I know my space group is actually P21. After a few minutes of head scratching, the only way I found to fix it to run in P21 is to enter the "other settings" menu and select "none" within "alternative space groups". I guess this is what your suppose to do, but its not obvious. Can the phenix GUI be changed so that its as obvious as the ccp4 GUI as to what is actually going to run when you press "run". Thanks John I'm running phenix 1.6.1 on OS X. -- John Berrisford Medical Research Council Mitochondrial Biology Unit Wellcome Trust / MRC Building Hills Road Cambridge CB2 0XY WEB: www.mrc-mbu.cam.ac.uk Tel: +44 1223 252882

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Re: [phenixbb] phaser spacegroup within phenix
by John M. Berrisford 16 Jun '10

16 Jun '10

Hi Nat I don't think its a bug, just phaser getting a little bit confused. Phaser ran in both P2 and P21 using the phenix default, not P21 - the space group of the mtz. This default is probably the right thing to do if you don't know the space group of your crystal, but then you wouldn't have scaled the mtz in P21. In my case the reason phaser failed to find a solution is that the P2 solution had a higher initial LLG than the P21 solution while finding the first copy of 4 in my A.U.. So phaser picked P2 to continue the molecular replacement and subsequently stopped due to clashes during packing. John On Tue, Jun 15, 2010 at 8:45 AM, John M. Berrisford <jmb(a)mrc-mbu.cam.ac.uk>wrote: > > I have an mtz processed in P21 and when I load it into the phenix phaser > > GUI it tells me its P21 (P 1 21 1) and gives me no other options. However, > > when I run the molecular replacement job it decides that the space group > > could be either P2 or P21 and runs both - which in my case runs in P2 and > > gives a partial solution, not the full solution I would expect in P21. A bit > > annoying as I know my space group is actually P21. > > After a few minutes of head scratching, the only way I found to fix it to > > run in P21 is to enter the "other settings" menu and select "none" within > > "alternative space groups". I guess this is what your suppose to do, but its > > not obvious. > Point taken - I'll move this to the main window (and label it more clearly - sorry). The result you're describing sounds like it might be a bug, though; shouldn't Phaser try P21 as well and get the full solution, instead of settling for P2? This is what I would expect for the default behavior. -Nat -- John Berrisford Medical Research Council Mitochondrial Biology Unit Wellcome Trust / MRC Building Hills Road Cambridge CB2 0XY WEB: www.mrc-mbu.cam.ac.uk Tel: +44 1223 252882

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Re: [phenixbb] is derivative data useful for looking for the missing part of the model?
by Thomas C. Terwilliger 16 Jun '10

16 Jun '10

Hi Francis, Yes, you can do that. It requires one extra step to do the combination. You need to make a script like the one below (see https://solve.lanl.gov/Resolve/html_resolve_manual/resolve_sample_scripts.h…): All the best, Tom T Merging phase sets with different origins You can merge phase sets with different origins with this script. It uses an FFT convolution to find the best allowed offset between the maps calculated with the two phase sets. Merging the files REQUIRES HL coefficients (see above for generating them if you do not have them). Note: the FP and SIGFP in the output file will come from the hklin file NOT the hklmerge file: phenix.resolve <<EOD hklin random_1_hl.mtz ! File with target map (fixed) labin FP=FP PHIB=PHIM FOM=FOMM HLA=HLAM HLB=HLBM HLC=HLCM HLD=HLDM hklmerge random_2_hl.mtz ! File to be offset labmerge FP=FP PHIB=PHIM FOM=FOMM HLA=HLAM HLB=HLBM HLC=HLCM HLD=HLDM hkl_offset_file resolve_off.mtz ! The hklmerge file, offset all by itself hkl_merge_file resolve_merge.mtz ! The hklmerge file offset, then merged with hklin EOD >> Thanks so much!It looks promising. >> If I have two or more derivative data and want to combine all these >> information. Can I just do MRSAD individually for each dataset, and >> combine them? >> >> >> ÒýÓÃ Nathaniel Echols <nechols(a)lbl.gov>£º >> >>> On Tue, Jun 15, 2010 at 4:03 PM, Francis E Reyes >>> <Francis.Reyes(a)colorado.edu >>>> wrote: >>> >>>> Using the model to find the heavy atom sites and then calculating >>>> phases on >>>> those sites (without model) might help. ( I believe phenix will output >>>> a >>>> phase combined map (model + experimental phases)). >>>> >>> >>> Correct, this is the default behavior if you provide a model directly to >>> AutoSol (or Phaser). There is however a semi-automatic way to use the >>> model >>> phases to find sites without biasing the experimental map; see the >>> documentation here: >>> >>> https://www.phenix-online.org/version_docs/1.6.2-432/autosol.htm#anch126 >>> >>> (The AutoBuild step is optional - you could just look at the >>> density-modified map after AutoSol is done.) >>> >>> -Nat >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> phenixbb mailing list >> phenixbb(a)phenix-online.org >> http://phenix-online.org/mailman/listinfo/phenixbb >>

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is derivative data useful for looking for the missing part of the model?
by fn1＠rice.edu 16 Jun '10

16 Jun '10

Hi everyone, I got a partial model, consisting of 80% of the whole molecule, from the molecular replacement. The native data reflects to 2.3 A, and now the R/Rfree= 0.22/0.28. My problem is that the missing part of the model is important for us, but there is not any density for this region now. Meantime, we have several heavy atom derivative data. My question is that if refine the model against the derivative data, will the heavy atom appear in the difference map if existing? Any suggestions on how to use the derivative data to locate the missing part of model? Thanks in advance! Regards, Fengyun

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Re: [phenixbb] input sharp phases into phenix.autosol
by Thomas C. Terwilliger 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Hi Michael, If I understand correctly, you want to take a file that has experimental phases, density modify it, and autobuild a model. Plus you want to take the inverse hand of the phases and do the same thing. For the first part you have two easy options: phenix.autobuild my_exptl_phases.mtz my_seq.dat ha_file=my_ha_file phenix.build_model my_exptl_phases.mtz my_seq.dat ha_file=my_ha_file These do more or less the same thing, but build_model is a lot faster (but not quite as good), and requires version 1.6.2-242 or higher. For phases from sharp, you will want to specify the columns of data to be used for FP SIGFP PHIB FOM HLA HLB HLC HLD for each method above. (The way to specify these are different in the two methods. For autobuild you just list the column labels to be used for the above items with labels="myFP mySIGFP myPHIB myFOM myHLA myHLB myHLC myHLD", and for build_model you specify a regular labin line: labin="FP=myFP SIGFP=mySIGFP...etc" For the second part, flipping the hand of a file with experimental phases...I am not sure if we have a tool for that. Perhaps someone else can comment. All best, Tom T >> Hi, >> >> I hope what I want to do is not considered a crime :-) Is there a way to >> input phases e.i. from sharp into phenix.autosol (preferably the command >> line version) to run resolve with both hands and autobuild for a SAD or >> SIRAS case? >> >> Thanks! >> Michael >> _______________________________________________ >> phenixbb mailing list >> phenixbb(a)phenix-online.org >> http://phenix-online.org/mailman/listinfo/phenixbb >>

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input sharp phases into phenix.autosol
by Michael Hothorn 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Hi, I hope what I want to do is not considered a crime :-) Is there a way to input phases e.i. from sharp into phenix.autosol (preferably the command line version) to run resolve with both hands and autobuild for a SAD or SIRAS case? Thanks! Michael

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Diffraction Methods GRC, Registration deadline is 27th June
by andrew＠mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk 12 Jun '10

12 Jun '10

The biannual Gordon Conference on Diffraction Methods in Structural Biology will be held at Bates College in Lewiston, Maine from 18-23rd July. The program covers all aspects of macromolecular structure solution from crystallization to structure solution and refinement and includes sessions on complementary techniques and the potential of free electron lasers. Many of the leading methods developers will be present and the format of the meeting, with free afternoons, provides ample opportunities for informal discussions. The registration deadline is 27th June, so please apply soon ! ========================================================================= Limited funds are available to support new student and postdoctoral applications, contact andrew(a)mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk for details. ========================================================================= Further details, including a full program and details on the application procedure can be obtained from: http://www.grc.org/programs.aspx?year=2010&program=diffrac We hope to see you there ! Andrew Leslie (Chair) & Ana Gonzalez (Vice Chair) Outline Program Diffraction Methods in Structural Biology, 18-23rd July 2010, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine Sunday pm: Macromolecular Structures, Pushing the boundaries Discussion leader: Michael Rossmann 1. ABC Transporters: Doug Rees 2. The Spliceosome : Kyoshi Nagai Monday am: Crystallisation and the diffraction experiment Discussion leader: TBA 1. Nanolitre crystallisation: Seth Harris 2. Twinning and disorder: Todd Yeates 3. Simulating the diffraction experiment: James Holton 4. Microcrystallography: Gwyndaf Evans Monday pm: Radiation damage and data collection strategies Discussion leader: Vivian Stojanoff 1. Radiation damage, experimental: TBA 2. Microbeams: Yanhui Zou 3. Testing data collection strategies with the Pilatus: Marcus Mueller Tues am: Synchrotron developments and automated data processing Discussion leader: Thomas Schneider 1. Synchrotrons, latest developments: Sean Mc Sweeney 2. Synchrotrons, latest developments: Janet Smith 3. Data processing with Xia2/CHEF: Graeme Winter 4. Data processing with AUTOPROC: Clemens Vonrhein Tues pm: Complementary techniques Discussion leader: Ana Gonzales 1. Electron tomography: Sriram Subramaniam 2. SAXS: Hiro Tsuruta 3. Spectroscopy: Carrie Wilmot Weds am: Structure solution and refinement Discussion leader: Paul Adams 1. SAD Phasing: Randy Read 2. Molecular replacement with BALBES: Garib Murshudov 3. PHENIX: Tom Terwilliger 4. TLS: Ethan Merritt Weds pm: Challenging problems/Membrane Proteins Discussion leader: TBC 1. Using cubic lipidic phase: Martin Caffrey 2. Membrane Proteins: Stephen White 3. Heterogeneity, low solubility and low resolution: structural pursuit on the ternary Myddosome complex in Toll-like receptor signaling: Hao Wu Thurs am: Selected Posters and Map improvement and Model building Discussion leader: Tassos Perrakis 1. COOT: Paul Emsley 2. Modelling nucleic acids: Johan Hattne Thursday pm: Future Methods, FELs, Diffraction imaging Discussion leader: Ed Lattman 1. Opportunities fof membrane protein analysis with FELs: Petra Fromme 2. Single particle imaging with pulsed hard Xray lasers: Anton Barty 3. Femtosecond nanocrystallography of membrane proteins using LCSL: John Spence

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Job Openings: Industrial Post Doc - Structure Based Drug Design Method R&D
by Lance Westerhoff 12 Jun '10

12 Jun '10

Hello All- Good news! We have the following new position available. We are particularly interested in folks who have experience with xray refinement method research and development, so I figured this list would probably be a good fit. Please contact me if you know of anyone who might be interested: ================= Contact: Dr. Lance M Westerhoff - careers(a)quantumbioinc.com Based at: QuantumBio Inc., 200 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA 16803 On the Web: http://www.quantumbioinc.com/careers/ Job Purpose: Beginning immediately, QuantumBio Inc, headquartered adjacent to The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA, is in need of a post doctoral computational Biochemist/Chemist interested in continuing his or her career within a dynamic, small-company environment. Under the direction of Dr. Lance M. Westerhoff, General Manager of QuantumBio, the successful candidate will work with both academic and industrial partners to help transition and validate the novel, quantum mechanically based structure-based drug discovery technologies recently developed in the academic laboratory of Dr. Kenneth M. Merz Jr. to QuantumBios product line. The successful candidate will be integral to this project and will focus his or her efforts on the research and software development aspects necessary to validate and deploy this novel technology across the pharmaceutical industry. The position requires the candidate to have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field along with experience with the methods and software in the field. Due to the limited number of new work visas available, only American citizens or candidates with valid work permits will be considered at this time. A willingness to publish is required, and experience with C++, high performance programming, or xray refinement methods is a plus. Opportunities for advancement may be available through additional SBIR/STTR-style projects, and industry-supported collaborations. Further, in addition to the research and development duties of the project, the position will afford the successful candidate with access to and experience with QuantumBio's industry partners including a number of pharmaceutical, biotech, and computational firms. To apply, submit cover letter, CV, and one or two representative publications to the Contact above. About QuantumBio: QuantumBio Inc is accelerating drug discovery efforts by providing pharmaceutical, biotechnology companies and life science research organizations with a next generation of Computer-Assisted Drug Design (CADD) and Computer-Assisted Molecular Modeling (CAMM) solutions based on the increased accuracy and power of quantum mechanics. These solutions include a number of options tailored to each customers specific requirements including software licensing, services, and customization. See http://www.quantumbioinc.com/ for more! ================= Thank you for your time! -Lance ____________________ Lance M. Westerhoff, Ph.D. General Manager QuantumBio Inc. WWW: http://www.quantumbioinc.com Email: lance(a)quantumbioinc.com Phone: 814-235-6908 Fax: 814-235-6909

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large coordinate and map shift after simulated annealing
by fn1＠rice.edu 12 Jun '10

12 Jun '10

Hi everyone, I am wondering why large coordinate shift could happen after simulated annealing (no rigid body refinement). Although it helps decreasing R values, it looks like the whole molecule shifts together by about 3 A. Is this normal? I read a post in previous phenixbb, but I still not understand it. Thank you very much! Regards, Fengyun

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Persistant high average B-factor.
by Joseph Brock 11 Jun '10

11 Jun '10

Dear Phenix users, I am currently using version 1.6.1-353 and I'm working on a 1.7A structure that has refined quite well using Individual_sites+individual_adp(isotropic)+occupanices+TLS: Final R-work = 0.1776, R-free = 0.2262 However, I noticed that the average B-factor reported by polygon with these settings was quite high ( < 0.1 of other structures with a similar resolution). Discovering I could not change the value of wxu_scale when using individual_adp+TLS, I went about trying to reduce the average B using the method described here: http://phenix-online.org/pipermail/phenixbb/2007-September/000511.html However, I still can't seem to reduce the average B-factor. I've just done a refinement with the following non-default (extreme) target weight settings: target_weights { wxc_scale = 1.5 fix_wxc = 2 fix_wxu = 0.1 (wxu_scale = 1) But if anything, reducing wxu to such low values makes the avergae B-even higher while concuretnly making the gap between R-values much worse: Final R-work = 0.1602, R-free = 0.2457 This suggests to me that I'm obviously over fitting the data but I'm at a loss on how to proceed. Should i just accept that the automatic scaling used for Phenix TLS wxu is doing a good job and that my structure actually does have an unusually high avergae B? I'm fitting two ligands into density, which is at several places ambiguous, so I would like the most unbiased difference density possible. Many thanks in advance, Joe. _________________________________________________________________ New, Used, Demo, Dealer or Private? Find it at CarPoint.com.au http://clk.atdmt.com/NMN/go/206222968/direct/01/

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