[gmx-users] Re: Implicit solvent problems

[Mark Abraham]

On 14/10/2011 12:38 AM, liaoxyi wrote:
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> Dear all,
>
> Thank you for giving me some hints for my problems.
>
> The problems has been solved now, the key is
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> to adjust the gb_dielectric_offset to a smaller value like 0.05,
>
> then the /minimization /gets going normally.
>

You should use the value recommended for the model you are implementing 
- the default is suitable for the models in GROMACS.

> Subsequently, the NVT goes well.
>
> Still, I don't quite understand what role
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> the gb_dielectric_offset actually plays ?
>

You will need to read some literature here - and should have done before 
changing the default values :-). I suggest starting with the OBC paper 
referenced in the manual.

Mark
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