Play a Puzzle for Science
Foldit turns protein science into a game anyone can play, and the best solutions from players have actually helped researchers. You fold and twist 3D proteins to solve puzzles, learning as you go with built-in tutorials. It is a genuinely fun way to contribute to biochemistry research from your couch.
When
Ongoing — start anytime
Duration
Flexible
Where
🌐 Online — join from anywhere
Min age
13+
Hosted by
Foldit
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ExampleSep 20, 2026
“Loved this one — the organizer had everything set up before we arrived and explained exactly what we'd be doing. It ran about 30 minutes long, which caught a few of us off guard, so plan for that. Would definitely come back.”
💡 Bring closed-toe shoes and a water bottle — it gets warm.