Cresset BMD Torch

Cresset BMD Torch is a robust design and 3D SAR toolkit, ideal for medicinal chemists looking to innovate in the realm of structural design while enhancing or maintaining biological activity. In its latest version, 10.0.1, the software provides an excellent interface for relating molecules through their biological activities, greatly aiding in the development and refinement of medicinal compounds.

Available for download in a free demo version, this program has caught the attention of many in the Education sector, particularly within the Science Tools subcategory. Developed by Cresset BMD Ltd., the software can be run on a broad range of operating systems including Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, and 11. The primary executable file for the application is named Torch.exe. For users interested in earlier iterations, there is also version 10.0 available.

Pros:

• Comprehensive set of tools for 3D structural design and SAR analysis.
• Ability to enhance or maintain the biological activity of molecules.
• Wide OS support ensures compatibility with most systems.
• The demo version allows users to gauge the program's capabilities before purchasing.

Cons:

• As a demo, the free version may not offer full functionality.
• Users on older or less common operating systems might face compatibility issues.

You may want to check out more software, such as TorchED, WinBMD or Baseball Mogul Diamond, which might be related to Cresset BMD Torch.