Solving RNA folding puzzles

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Nature’s best kept secret is a wonder molecule called RNA. It is central to the origin of life, evolution, and the cellular machinery that keeps us alive. In this Lab you’ll play the role of a molecular engineer by solving RNA folding puzzles. Then take your skills to Eterna, where you can design RNAs that could be at the heart of future life-saving therapies.


RNA Lab | NOVA Labs | PBS

 

[TNT]

Ok, as someone who is still quite addicted to video games, I really like this idea - put the millions of us sloths staring at a computer screen to some productive use. It's educational, useful, and might just be a bit of fun. Great idea for generating recipes. Using the statistics, having millions of users, you can skim the top 1% and probably get some really good stuff out of it just based on volume. What is that saying about infinite monkeys and typewriters producing Shakespeare?

 

[Dogtown]

Crowdsourcing folding is a brilliant move! I remember when there was a SETI@HOME approach to solving protein folds, but this game-like approach is a winner.

 

[TNT]

I just started, got through about 10 puzzles in as many minutes. Pretty fun - I am looking forward to learning more of the advanced methods including desired energy states and whatnot. Lot of room for learning here. Great interface.

 

[Sean the Nailer]

So far, it seems only AmeriYanks are able to do this. Looks interesting, but "damn furiner's" are exempt?

 

[TNT]

Opsec...

 

[Nomad0001]

RNA or NRA?