OpenWorm: The Secrets of C. elegans Through Open Science

[miraiw]

Hi PF members,

I'm writing code for OpenWorm this summer. Our goal is to simulate the entire worm C. elegans for the purposes of testing biophysical models at the level of single cells, of systems of cells, and of interaction with the worm's environment. Our current focus is on the nervous system and musculature needed for movement, but we're also working on modeling development and aging as well. More information is available on the link above and on the Kickstarter page linked below.

Our Kickstarter campaign has *only 3 hours left* and $10,000 to reach our goal. Donations fund engineering efforts in the project, pay for servers, and allow for expanding education and outreach about open science. Any amount helps.

Note: I am not in any way being funded through this campaign

Greg Bernhardt has approved submission of this post.

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

Physics Forums has pledged $15 :)

 

[miraiw]

The campaign was a success! Thanks to all who contributed to our funding -- your support won't be in vain.

Also to any who looked into OpenWorm and chose to support the project in other ways :)

 

[Borek]

Glad to hear it worked

 

[LudusRex]

As a fellow scientist, I am excited to hear about the OpenWorm project and the progress being made in simulating the C. elegans worm. The potential for understanding biophysical models and interactions at the single cell and systems level is immense, and I commend the team for also incorporating aspects of development and aging into their work.

The concept of open science is crucial in advancing scientific research and promoting collaboration and transparency. I am pleased to see that the OpenWorm project is embracing this approach and utilizing crowdfunding to support their efforts. I encourage others to consider donating to this campaign to help fund the important engineering and outreach efforts of the project.

I look forward to seeing the results of this project and the impact it will have on our understanding of C. elegans and its complex biological processes. Keep up the great work!