How to access the Cambridge Structural Database (CSD), and what it includes?
Answer
The Cambridge Structural Database (CSD) is a highly curated repository of small molecule crystal structures hosted by Cambridge Crystallographic Data Center (CCDC). The CSD System also comprises software for database access, structure visualization and data analysis, and structural knowledge bases derived from the CSD.
Weizmann's staff and students can access CSD two ways:
Through the Web CSD or Install Cambridge Structural Database (CSD) client on your own computer.
The client version also includes different software, such as: ConQuest, Mercury, PreQuest, IsoStar, Mogul, SuperStar, DASH, CSD CrossMiner, CSD Python API. For more information and how to download, check this guide.