Program simulates virus interacting

[selfAdjoint]

Nature has this report about a computer program at the University of Illionois that successfully simulates the million or so molecules in a virus interacting with its environment, a drop of salt water.

http://www.nature.com/news/2006/060313/full/060313-4.html

"This is only the first step".

 

[neurocomp2003]

awesome...i wonder what type of code they use?

 

[ravenprp]

This is a truly remarkable achievement by the researchers at the University of Illinois. Being able to simulate the complex interactions of a virus with its environment is a significant advancement in the field of molecular biology and computer science. This program has the potential to provide valuable insights into the behavior and mechanisms of viruses, which could lead to the development of new treatments and prevention methods.

However, as the researchers themselves have stated, this is only the beginning. There is still much more to be explored and understood about the intricate workings of viruses. This program may serve as a powerful tool in further research and experimentation, but it is important to continue pushing the boundaries and expanding our knowledge in this area.

Additionally, this program opens up new possibilities for studying other biological systems and their interactions. The ability to simulate and observe the behavior of molecules in a virtual environment could have far-reaching implications in various fields, including medicine, environmental science, and nanotechnology.

Overall, this is an exciting development in the scientific community and I look forward to seeing how this program and its future advancements will contribute to our understanding of viruses and other complex systems."