RESEARCH: COVID-19
FOLDING PROJECT #17253 PROFILE

This project simulates proteins of the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2) to help researchers understand and fight the disease. Stay updated on this important research at 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 illnesses.

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause illnesses in both humans and animals. They are often spread through respiratory droplets from an infected person or animal. Symptoms of coronavirus infection can range from mild (like a cold) to severe (like pneumonia). Some coronaviruses can be very dangerous, like SARS-CoV-2 which causes COVID-19.

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 that was first identified in Wuhan, China in late 2019.

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, and loss of taste or smell.

Proteins

Large biomolecules essential for various biological functions.

Proteins are the workhorses of cells, carrying out a vast array of functions. They build and repair tissues, transport molecules, fight infections, and control chemical reactions. The shape and sequence of amino acids determine a protein's specific function.