A new online game that launched today allows players to contribute in a significant way to genetic research. “There are some calculations that the human brain does more efficiently than any computer can, such as recognizing a face,” explains lead researcher Jérôme Waldispuhl of the School of Computer Science at McGill University.
“Recognizing and sorting the patterns in the human genetic code falls in that category. Our new online game enables players to have fun while contributing to genetic research—players can even choose which genetic disease they want to help decode.”
The game, called Phylo, has been tested within the scientific community to ensure its accuracy and was officially launched today. “This is an opportunity for people to use their free time to contribute in an extremely important way to medical research.”
More here: http://www.futurity.org/science-technology/genetic-game-of-life-beats-farmville/
I'm a Senior Strategist for digital creative agency Big Spaceship, leading strategy for a number of clients including Skittles and Crayola. I wrote and produced the virtual world documentary Second Skin and am the managing editor for the pop culture blog Popten.
I'm a Senior Strategist for digital creative agency Big Spaceship, leading strategy for a number of clients including Skittles and Crayola. I wrote and produced the virtual world documentary Second Skin and am the managing editor for the pop culture blog Popten.
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