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CASTEP (abbreviation for Cambridge Serial Total Energy Package) is a computer program for performing (more) density functional theory (DFT) calculations on the electronic structure and properties of materials. It is a powerful tool for predicting the properties of a wide range of materials, including crystals, surfaces, and molecules, using first-principles calculations based on the fundamental laws of quantum mechanics. CASTEP is widely used in the fields of physics, chemistry, and materials science, and it is particularly useful for predicting the electronic and optical properties of materials, as well as for studying the structure and stability of different phases of matter. It is available for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, and it can be downloaded from the CASTEP website. In addition to performing calculations on the electronic structure of materials, CASTEP can also be used to predict the vibrational and thermal properties of materials, and to study the dynamics of processes such as phase transitions and chemical reactions. Operating system: Linux, MacOS, Windows License: Academic (worldwide) / Commercial

The Visualization Toolkit (VTK) is an open-source software library for creating and manipulating vis (more)ualizations of scientific and engineering data. It is written in the programming language C++, and it is designed to be used in a wide range of applications, including visualization of scientific data, computer graphics, medical imaging, and computer-aided design (CAD). VTK includes a large number of tools and algorithms for visualizing and analyzing data, including functions for rendering 2D and 3D graphics, volume rendering, image processing, and data analysis. It also has a rich set of libraries for reading and writing data from a variety of file formats, including support for parallel and distributed computing. VTK is widely used in the fields of scientific visualization, data analysis, and computer graphics, and it is available for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. It is developed and maintained by Kitware, Inc., and it is distributed under the BSD license. Operating system: Cross-platform License: 3-Clause BSD

ASTOS (Automatic System for Thermal-Optical Sampling) is a software program that is used to analyze  (more)data collected by thermal-optical sampling systems. These systems are used to measure the composition and properties of atmospheric particles, such as aerosols, in order to understand their impact on climate and air quality. ASTOS is a powerful and flexible tool that is used to process, analyze, and visualize data from thermal-optical sampling systems. It includes a range of features for data management, analysis, and visualization, and it is designed to be easy to use and user-friendly. ASTOS is often used in conjunction with other data analysis and visualization tools, and it is widely used in research and scientific applications. It is a valuable tool for understanding the properties and behavior of atmospheric particles, and it is used by a wide range of organizations, including universities, research institutions, and government agencies. Operating system: Cross-platform License: Proprietary

PLECS (Power Electronics Control System) is a software tool that is used for simulating and analyzin (more)g power electronic systems. It is a powerful and flexible tool that is widely used in a variety of industries and applications, including renewable energy, electric vehicles, and industrial control systems. PLECS is designed to allow users to quickly and easily model, simulate, and analyze power electronic systems. It includes a range of features for modeling and simulation, including a library of power electronic components, a graphical user interface for building and configuring models, and tools for analyzing and visualizing simulation results. PLECS is a valuable tool for engineers, researchers, and other professionals who work with power electronic systems. It is used by a wide range of organizations, including universities, research institutions, and industrial companies, and it is often used in conjunction with other engineering and simulation tools. Operating system: Mac OS X, Windows, Linux License: Proprietary

Emergent is a neural simulation software package that is used for modeling and studying the activity (more) of neural systems, such as the brain or individual neurons. It is an open-source software tool that is designed to be a flexible and powerful tool for studying the behavior of complex neural systems. Emergent includes a wide range of features and tools for building and simulating neural models, including support for a variety of neuron and synapse models, as well as tools for visualizing and analyzing the activity of neural networks. It also includes a programming language for creating custom models and algorithms, and it has support for parallel and distributed computing. Emergent is widely used in the fields of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science, and it is available for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. It is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Operating system: Cross-platform License: GPL

The Euler Math Toolbox (EMT) is a software package for numerical and symbolic computation. It is des (more)igned to be a powerful tool for solving a wide range of mathematical problems, including linear and nonlinear algebra, optimization, and ordinary and partial differential equations. The EMT is written in the programming language C++, and it is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It includes a graphical user interface (GUI) for interacting with the software, as well as a command-line interface for scripting and automation. It is widely used in academia and industry, and it is particularly well-suited for applications in engineering, physics, and finance. In addition to its mathematical and computational capabilities, the EMT also includes a variety of visualization tools for creating plots and charts, and for animating and interactively exploring data. It is developed and maintained by a team of researchers and developers at the Technical University of Berlin, and it is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Operating system: Windows, Linux License: General Public License

The Chemistry Development Kit (CDK) is an open-source software library for chemical informatics and  (more)computational chemistry. It is written in the programming language Java, and it is designed to be a flexible and modular platform for developing chemical applications and tools. The CDK includes a wide range of features and tools for working with chemical data, including support for reading and writing a variety of file formats, functions for manipulating and analyzing chemical structures and properties, and tools for visualizing and rendering chemical structures. It also includes a number of algorithms for tasks such as fingerprinting, similarity searching, and 3D modeling. The CDK is widely used in the fields of chemistry, biology, and materials science, and it is particularly useful for tasks such as database management, chemical information retrieval, and chemical structure prediction. It is available for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, and it can be downloaded from the CDK website. It is developed and maintained by a community of volunteers, and it is distributed under the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL). Operating system: Windows, Linux, Unix, macOS License: LGPL 2.0

Baudline is a software tool that is used for signal analysis, visualization, and exploration. It is  (more)particularly well-suited for analyzing and visualizing time-varying data, such as audio signals, radio waveforms, and other types of time-series data. Baudline provides a range of features that make it easy to analyze and visualize signals, including tools for filtering, Fourier transformation, and spectral analysis. It also provides a number of visualization options, including 3D spectral displays, oscilloscope-style views, and spectrograms. Baudline is available for free as an open-source software tool, and it is compatible with a number of operating systems, including Linux, macOS, and Windows. It is often used in scientific and technical applications, such as audio engineering, radio communication, and signal processing. Baudline provides a range of features that make it easy to analyze and visualize signals, including tools for filtering, Fourier transformation, and spectral analysis. It also provides a number of visualization options, including 3D spectral displays, oscilloscope-style views, and spectrograms. Operating system: FreeBSD, Linux, Mac OS X, Solaris License: proprietary subscription

R Commander is a graphical user interface (GUI) for the statistical programming language R. It is de (more)signed to provide a user-friendly interface for working with R, and it includes a wide range of features and tools for tasks such as data manipulation, visualization, and statistical analysis. R Commander is particularly useful for users who are new to R, or who prefer a more graphical interface for working with data. It includes a menu-based interface for accessing a variety of statistical functions, as well as tools for importing and exporting data, creating graphs and charts, and performing statistical tests. R Commander is available as a package in the R programming environment, and it can be installed and loaded like any other R package. It is widely used in academia and industry, and it is a popular choice for teaching and learning statistics. Operating system: Cross-Platform License: GNU General Public License

Gwyddion is a free, open-source software tool for analyzing and visualizing scientific data, particu (more)larly data from microscopy and other imaging techniques. It is primarily used for analyzing and processing images and data from scanning probe microscopes (SPMs), such as atomic force microscopes (AFMs) and scanning tunneling microscopes (STMs), but it can also be used for other types of data, such as images from optical microscopes and spectroscopic data. Gwyddion includes a wide range of features and tools for tasks such as data visualization, data analysis, image processing, and curve fitting. It is particularly useful for tasks such as surface characterization, particle sizing, and imaging and analysis of nanostructures. Gwyddion is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and it can be downloaded from the Gwyddion website. It is developed and maintained by a community of volunteers, and it is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Operating system: Cross-platform License: GPL (Free software)

ChemDraw is a software tool that is used for creating and editing chemical structures and reactions. (more) It is a powerful and flexible tool that is widely used in a variety of industries and applications, including chemistry, biology, and pharmaceuticals. ChemDraw includes a range of features for creating and editing chemical structures, including tools for drawing and manipulating molecules, tools for creating and editing chemical reactions, and a library of chemical symbols and structures. It is designed to be easy to use and user-friendly, and it includes a variety of interactive features that allow users to explore and understand chemical concepts in a hands-on way. ChemDraw is widely used in education and research, and it is often used in conjunction with other chemical and scientific software tools. It is a valuable tool for students, educators, and researchers who are interested in exploring and understanding chemical concepts and structures. Operating system: macOS, Microsoft Windows License: Proprietary

Operating system: Linuxi, Windows License: slightly modified MIT licence

FlexPro is a software tool that is used for data analysis and visualization. It is a powerful and fl (more)exible tool that is widely used in a variety of industries and applications, including research, manufacturing, and quality control. FlexPro includes a range of features for analyzing and visualizing data, including tools for importing and manipulating data, tools for statistical analysis and data mining, and tools for creating charts and graphs. It is designed to be easy to use and user-friendly, and it includes a variety of interactive features that allow users to explore and understand the data in a hands-on way. FlexPro is widely used in education and research, and it is often used in conjunction with other data analysis and visualization tools. It is a valuable tool for students, educators, and researchers who are interested in exploring and understanding the underlying patterns and trends in large volumes of data. Operating system: Microsoft Windows License: Proprietary

JME Molecule Editor is a free, open-source software tool for creating and editing chemical structure (more)s and compounds. It is written in the programming language Java, and it is designed to be a user-friendly and intuitive platform for working with chemical structures. JME Molecule Editor includes a wide range of features and tools for tasks such as drawing and editing chemical structures, calculating properties and descriptors, and converting between different file formats. It is particularly useful for tasks such as creating publication-quality chemical structures and preparing compounds for use in chemical simulations or analysis. JME Molecule Editor is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and it can be downloaded from the JME website. It is developed and maintained by a community of volunteers, and it is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Operating system: Cross-platform License: Proprietary freeware

HydroGeoSphere is a software tool for modeling and simulation of groundwater and environmental syste (more)ms. It is developed by the software company HydroGeoSphere and is used in a variety of applications, including environmental engineering, research, and education. HydroGeoSphere includes a range of features for creating and analyzing models, including tools for building graphical models, running simulations, and analyzing results. It is used to study the behavior of groundwater and environmental systems, such as water quality, contaminant transport, and water resources management. HydroGeoSphere is available for Windows operating systems. It is often used in conjunction with other software tools, such as data analysis software and visualization software. Operating system: Microsoft Windows, Linux License: Proprietary

Operating system: Microsoft Windows License: Proprietary Freeware

Operating system: Unix License: MIT License

Operating system: Cross-platform License: Public domain software

Sigmaplot is a scientific data analysis and graphing software package developed by Systat Software I (more)nc. It is designed for researchers and scientists who need to analyze, graph, and present complex data. Sigmaplot includes a range of features and tools for data analysis, including statistical tests, regression analysis, and multivariate analysis. It also has a wide range of graphical and charting options for creating professional-quality graphs and charts. Sigmaplot is available for both Windows and macOS operating systems. Operating system: Microsoft Windows License: Proprietary

OpenSim is an open-source software platform for modeling and simulation of movement, developed by th (more)e National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Stanford University. It is primarily used for research in the fields of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular physiology, biomechanics, and rehabilitation engineering. OpenSim allows researchers to create virtual models of musculoskeletal systems and simulate movement in those models, including walking, running, and other types of dynamic activities. It can be used to analyze muscle forces, joint moments, and other kinematic and kinetic data, as well as to evaluate the effects of various interventions or treatments on movement. OpenSim is available for free download and is supported by a community of users and developers. Operating system: Cross-platform License: Apache 2.0

Adaptive Modeler is software developed by Adaptive Modeling Inc. that is used to build and test quan (more)titative financial models. It is a tool for financial analysts, portfolio managers, and other professionals who use statistical and mathematical modeling techniques to analyze and forecast financial data. Adaptive Modeler includes a range of features for data analysis and modeling, including time series analysis, statistical tests, and machine learning algorithms. It also has a graphical user interface for building and testing models, as well as a programming interface for automating model development and analysis tasks. Adaptive Modeler is available for Windows operating systems. Operating system: Microsoft Windows License: Freemium

Dendroscope is a software tool for visualizing and analyzing phylogenetic trees and networks. It is  (more)a widely used program in the field of evolutionary biology, as it allows researchers to explore and interpret the relationships between different species or groups of organisms. Dendroscope includes a range of features for analyzing and visualizing phylogenetic data, including tools for tree manipulation, tree comparison, and tree annotation. It also has a user-friendly interface and is available for free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Dendroscope is developed by a team of researchers at the University of Tübingen in Germany. Operating system: Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS X License: GPLv3 or later

WIEN2k is a software package for electronic structure calculations and materials simulation. It is u (more)sed to study the properties of solids, such as their electronic structure, magnetic properties, and structural stability. WIEN2k is based on density functional theory (DFT), a computational method for predicting the behavior of electrons in materials based on quantum mechanics. It is used in research and industry to understand and design materials for a wide range of applications, including electronics, energy storage, and sustainable energy technologies. WIEN2k is developed by the Institute of Solid State Physics at the Vienna University of Technology in Austria and is available for Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems. Operating system: Linux, Unix License: Proprietary

Phyz is a web-based physics simulation tool. It allows users to create and run simulations of physic (more)al systems, such as pendulums, springs, and collisions. The tool includes a range of features for creating and manipulating simulations, including a graphical user interface and a programming interface. Phyz is developed by a team at the Athens University of Economics and Business in Greece. Operating system: Microsoft Windows License: Public domain

Coot is a software tool for analyzing and visualizing macromolecular structures, such as proteins an (more)d nucleic acids. It is used in the field of structural biology to study the 3D structure of biological molecules and their interactions with other molecules. Coot includes a range of features for analyzing and manipulating macromolecular structures, including tools for fitting atomic models to electron density maps, visualizing structural data, and identifying and analyzing specific features of the structure. It is developed by the Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, UK and is available for free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Coot is often used in conjunction with other software tools, such as the Molecular Graphics and Modelling System (MGMS) or the Protein Data Bank (PDB). Operating system: Windows, Linux, OS X, Unix License: GNU General Public License

RQDA (R-based Qualitative Data Analysis) is a software tool for analyzing qualitative data, such as  (more)text, audio, and video. It is an open-source software program developed by the R Project and is used in a variety of applications, including social science research, education, and healthcare. RQDA includes a range of features for organizing, coding, and analyzing qualitative data, such as tools for transcribing audio and video, creating and managing codebooks, and generating reports. It is used to study the content and meaning of qualitative data, such as conversations, interviews, and observations. RQDA is available for free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. It is often used in conjunction with other software tools, such as the statistical programming language R. Operating system: Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS License: New BSD license

SOFA Statistics is a software tool for data analysis and statistical modeling. It is an open-source  (more)software program developed by the SOFA Project and is used in a variety of applications, including research, education, and business. SOFA Statistics includes a range of features for analyzing and visualizing data, such as tools for statistical tests, regression analysis, and data visualization. It is used to study the patterns and trends in data and to make predictions or inferences about the underlying population. SOFA Statistics is available for free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. It is often used in conjunction with other software tools, such as spreadsheet software and data visualization software. Operating system: Cross-platform License: AGPL

Operating system: Linux, Microsoft Windows, UNIX, Mac OS X License: GNU GPL v3

FreeFem+ is a free, open-source software tool for numerical simulation and optimization in scientifi (more)c and engineering applications. It is primarily used for solving partial differential equations (PDEs) and optimization problems, and it is particularly well-suited for problems in fluid mechanics, electromagnetism, structural mechanics, and heat transfer. FreeFem+ is based on the Finite Element Method (FEM), which is a numerical technique for solving differential equations by approximating them with piecewise linear functions. The software includes a high-level programming language for defining and solving PDEs and optimization problems, as well as a graphical user interface (GUI) for visualizing and analyzing the results. FreeFem+ is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and it can be used on a wide range of problems in scientific and engineering research. It is developed and maintained by a community of volunteers, and it is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). Operating system: Linux, macOS, Microsoft Windows, Solaris License: LGPL version 2.1 or later

KIVA (Kinetic Invariant Variables Algorithm) is a software tool for simulating the behavior of fluid (more) systems, such as internal combustion engines and other types of propulsion systems. It is developed by the software company Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and is used in a variety of applications, including engineering, science, and defense. KIVA includes a range of features for analyzing and predicting the behavior of fluid systems, such as tools for calculating energy levels, optimizing structures, and predicting the properties of materials. It is used to study the performance and efficiency of engines and other fluid systems. KIVA is available for Windows and Linux operating systems. It is often used in conjunction with other software tools, such as data analysis software and visualization software. Operating system: Linux, Unix, Windows License: Proprietary