CCP4 (Collaborative Computational Project 4)

CCP4 (Collaborative Computational Project 4) is a scientific organization dedicated to developing and sharing software tools for X-ray crystallography. This field involves determining the 3D structures of molecules, especially proteins and other biological macromolecules, by analyzing how X-rays scatter off crystal samples. CCP4 provides a suite of integrated programs that help researchers process raw data, solve structures, and refine models. By fostering collaboration and standardization, CCP4 accelerates structural biology research, enabling scientists worldwide to understand molecular functions and design new drugs more effectively.