The GMMSB research group is a specialized scientific team dedicated to the development and application of sophisticated molecular modeling methodologies for drug design.
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Publications

A selection of recent papers.

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Development

We develop computational tools.

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Supercomputing

SDmont offers high-performance computing.

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Web Services

The GMMSB group develops computer-aided drug design (CADD) software.
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Research

These are the group’s main research areas of interest. Our publications.

Receptor-ligand docking

Protein structure prediction

ML & AI for molecular modelling

Molecular modelling applications

Team

The GMMSB group comprises a diverse team of interdisciplinary researchers with expertise spanning biology, computer science, physics, and chemistry.

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Laurent Dardenne

PhD in Biophysics. Group Leader.
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Fábio Lima Custódio

PhD of Computational Modelling
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Helio Barbosa

PhD in Civil Engineering
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Eduardo Krempser

PhD in Computational Modelling
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Isabella Alvim Guedes

PhD in Computational Modelling

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Jaqueline da Silva Angelo

PhD in Computational Modelling
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Ana Luiza Martins Karl

PhD candidate
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Matheus Müller Pereira da Silva

PhD candidate
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Leon Sulfierry Corrêa Costa

PhD student
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Lucas Menezes Silva

MSc student
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Gregório Kappaun

PhD in Computational Modelling

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Priscila Capriles

PhD in Computational Modelling

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Karina Baptista dos Santos

PhD of Computational Modelling
Raphael Trevizani`s picture

Raphael Trevizani

PhD in Computational Modelling

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Douglas Adriano Augusto

PhD in Civil Engineering

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Aaron Leão

PhD in Computational modelling

About us

The GMMSB Group, part of the National Laboratory for Scientific Computing (LNCC) under the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI), is a dynamic, multidisciplinary research team based in the mountain city of Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro. Established in 2002, our group brings together expertise in biology, physics, applied mathematics, and high-performance computing. Our primary focus lies in advancing computational methods for rational drug design, ab initio protein structure prediction, and quantum calculations of biological macromolecule electrostatic properties. We also play a pivotal role in LNCC's Computational Modelling post-graduate program, offering Master's and Ph.D. degrees to students from diverse scientific backgrounds, including biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering. Collaborating closely with institutions such as FIOCRUZ/IOC and LASSBIO/UFRJ, we strive to push the boundaries of scientific knowledge.

EMMSB

Our group takes pride in hosting the biannual School of Molecular Modeling of Biological Systems (EMMSB) since 2002. EMMSB is a prominent academic gathering that delves into diverse realms of computational molecular modeling, molecular dynamics, drug development, bioinformatics, quantum calculations applied to biological systems, and beyond. Featuring lectures by esteemed researchers, hands-on workshops, and student presentations, the event has garnered nationwide recognition. In close collaboration with IBCCF/UFRJ and FIOCRUZ/MS, these schools have left a significant impact on the scientific community. Join us for the upcoming edition and be part of this enriching experience!

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Get in touch

    Av. Getulio Vargas, 333
Quitandinha, Petrópolis - RJ - Brazil
Laboratório Nacional de Computação Científica (LNCC)

   +55 24 2233 6009

   https://lncc.br