RESEARCH: COVID-19
FOLDING PROJECT #14259 PROFILE

Scientists are using computer simulations to study proteins from the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2). This project aims to understand how the virus works and find ways to fight it. For 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 large family of viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases like Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). COVID-19 is a new coronavirus identified in 2019. It spreads through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, and loss of taste or smell. Vaccines and antiviral medications are available to help protect against severe illness.

SARS-CoV-2

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2

SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. It is a type of coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China in late 2019. It spreads through respiratory droplets and can cause a range of symptoms from mild to severe.

COVID-19

Coronavirus Disease 2019

COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Symptoms can include fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, and loss of taste or smell. It spreads through respiratory droplets and can cause serious illness in some people.

Proteins

Large biomolecules essential for the structure and function of cells.

Proteins are complex molecules made up of chains of amino acids. They play a vital role in almost all biological processes, including building and repairing tissues, transporting molecules, catalyzing chemical reactions, and defending against disease.