Hi Olga--

>  
>  
>  Hello Charles,
>  
>  We are modelling a 2-domain construct, where the domains are joined via a 
>  flexible polypeptide linker and also via a Cys-Cys bridge.  We would like 
>  to model it by leaving the domains rigid, and allowing the Cys-Cys and 
>  linker to move.  We are trying to use your algorithm, described in 
>  J.Mag.Res.2001, 152, 282 concerning fixed constraints. Thus far we have 
>  failed to achieve our goal:  it seems that when we rigidify the domains the 
>  Cys-Cys and linker also freeze.  What is the right  syntax for this? I look 
>  forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance for the help.
>  

What you need to do is place the following bit of code in your script
after you've read pdb, psf and parameters:

dynamics internal   ! initial rigid-body minimization
  reset
   group = (resid x1:x2)
   group = (resid y1:y2)
  auto torsion
end

where x1,x2 y1,y2 are the residue numbers deliminating the two rigid 
domains. Remove the auto torsion statement if you don't want torsion
angle dynamics.

Please let me know if this doesn't work.

Charles

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