Foldit Gamers FTW

Foldit Gamers FTW

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Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the role of video gamers in solving complex scientific problems, particularly in protein folding. It highlights the Fold It organization, which uses gamers' spatial reasoning skills to predict protein structures, a task where computers often fail. The video explains the importance of understanding protein folding for scientific and medical advancements, such as drug development. It showcases a successful case where gamers solved the structure of an AIDS-related enzyme, leading to potential drug development. The collaboration between scientists and gamers is celebrated, emphasizing the societal contributions of gaming.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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