MoleculE VR

MoleculE VR

by Francesca Ghezzo

3 ratings
4 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 11 Oct 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 8, 2015
  • June 29, 2016

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Explore the intricate world of cells and protein machinery in immersive virtual reality. This educational tool uses real scientific data to visualize cell communication and molecular interactions, making complex biology concepts engaging and interactive.

Virtual reality cell exploration
3D protein structure visualization
Interactive cell communication models
Real crystallographic data integration
5 educational chapters
Voice and text caption options
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What's New in MoleculE VR

1.3

June 29, 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - New chapter about the metabotropic glutamate 5 (mGlu5) receptor! - Voice on/off button to enable/disable the narration - Slow and play buttons - Bugs fixed

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User reviews

Crashes and won't open

I was going to show this to my class for biology, we were learning about the same cells. I turned out it only crashed before it could even turn on. Just a long black screen...
Please fix this I need this app! There is no other like it!!

Really badly made....

Whoever made this, it's using too much memory somewhere because things slow down to a hideous nauseating crawl often. I can't enjoy this at all when things are moving like 10 frames per second.

Annoying captions mar the experience

This app has fairly nice graphics and it could be a great experience, but the developer made the bad decision to have everything with captions, rather than narration. When you have to read all the captions, then you can't enjoy the graphics. What's worse, the captions scroll out one...word...at...a...time at a very slow pace, meaning you can't even read them at your own speed. Even a robot narrator would be better than these boring captions.
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Very interesting look at the cell

This app I believe is intended for those that have at least some familiarity with cell biology. It does a good job of both visualizing through graphics and explaining through text the subjects at hand. The timing of the transitions between scenes can be a bit slow, but all in all this is a very interesting and informative app.
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FAQ

What is MoleculE VR?

MoleculE VR is a virtual reality application that allows users to explore the microworld of cells and protein structures. It uses real crystallographic data to visualize complex biological concepts in an interactive and engaging way.

What are the learning objectives of MoleculE VR?

The app aims to teach basic concepts about cell communication, signaling, and the function of various protein receptors. It helps users understand how cells respond to messages and interact with their environment.

What specific cell receptors are featured in MoleculE VR?

MoleculE VR features the adenosine A2A receptor, corticotropin releasing hormone receptor CRF1, the glucagon receptor, and the metabotropic glutamate 5 (mGlu5) receptor.

What devices is MoleculE VR compatible with?

MoleculE VR is a Virtual Reality app for phones requiring a gyroscope and a VR headset like Google Cardboard. It is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

How much does MoleculE VR cost?

MoleculE VR is a paid application, priced at $0.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

Does MoleculE VR have ads?

No, MoleculE VR does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted educational experience.

How often is MoleculE VR updated?

The latest version of MoleculE VR is 1.3, which was last updated on June 29, 2016. This indicates infrequent updates since its release on December 8, 2015.

What is the age rating for MoleculE VR?

MoleculE VR has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about cell biology.