As reported in Time Magazine recently, online gamers solved a molecular puzzle that has stumped "experts" for the past 10 years. And they did it in less than 10 days!!
They used a game called Foldit, which creates 3D models to work out the intricately folded structure of a key enzyme that lets the HIV virus to multiply. "Knowing its shape lets researchers figure out how to target the enzyme with new drugs."
They used a game called Foldit, which creates 3D models to work out the intricately folded structure of a key enzyme that lets the HIV virus to multiply. "Knowing its shape lets researchers figure out how to target the enzyme with new drugs."
Who says spending your entire weekend playing video games isn't being a productive citizen? What else does gaming prepare us for in real life?
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