Patinae

Patinae is a modern molecular visualization tool for researchers, built with WebGPU and designed for speed and safety. It offers PyMOL command compatibility while running on a completely independent engine written in Rust. The viewer includes GPU-accelerated representations (cartoon, sticks, surfaces, spheres), structural analysis tools like Kabsch alignment and symmetry detection, and support for multiple file formats including PDB, mmCIF, and PyMOL sessions.

Designed for desktop and browser use, Patinae provides a Python API for scripting, a plugin system for extensions, and modular components that can be used independently. The maker reports building it with Claude Opus, leveraging Rust's memory safety to eliminate common visualization bugs while maintaining the familiar command-driven workflow researchers expect.