RESEARCH: COVID-19
FOLDING PROJECT #14236 PROFILE

Scientists are working on a project to simulate the proteins of the COVID-19 virus. This research could help us understand how the virus works and develop new treatments. For the latest updates, check https://foldingathome.org/news/

CORONAVIRUS PROJECT Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 causing virus) proteins. These are high-priority projects to simulate the proteins of the COVID-19.

At the time of release, this is the latest news report: https://foldingathome.org/2020/03/10/covid19-update/ Please stay tuned to https://foldingathome.org/news/ for more current updates.

Coronavirus

A type of virus that causes respiratory illness.

Coronavirus is a family of viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases like Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). A new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, emerged in 2019 and caused a global pandemic known as COVID-19. COVID-19 primarily affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, and fatigue.

SARS-CoV-2

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2

SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. It's a type of coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China, in late 2019. The virus spreads through respiratory droplets released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.

COVID-19

Coronavirus Disease 2019

COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Symptoms can range from mild (fever, cough, fatigue) to severe (pneumonia, respiratory failure). The disease has had a major global impact, leading to widespread lockdowns and economic disruption.

Proteins

Large biomolecules essential for life.

Proteins are complex molecules made up of chains of amino acids. They perform a wide variety of functions in living organisms, including building and repairing tissues, transporting molecules, catalyzing chemical reactions (enzymes), and providing structural support.