Folding@home

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Description

Folding@home is an educational and reference application that allows users to contribute to scientific research. It uses a distributed computing platform to simulate the dynamics of protein folding and other molecular structures, providing insight into the causes of diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and cancer. By downloading the app, users can join the global research network and lend their computer power to help solve complex scientific problems. Folding@home also includes features such as tracking progress, earning points, and competing with other users.

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Education and reference applications

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