CRISPR vs MoleculeGo

CRISPR-3D lets you see the molecular world in the palm of your hand! All based on real scientific data, these 3D protein models showcase the diversity of CRISPR. Microbes use CRISPR-Cas immune systems to fend off viral attack, and now you can examine these molecular machines up-close. Download CRISPR-3D and bring stunning structures to life! • Explore biology's central dogma as you view protein, RNA, and DNA in exquisite detail. • See how each protein has evolved a shape perfectly suited for its function. • Learn how key Cas proteins are co-opted to serve as powerful biotechnology tools, from genome editing to diagnostics. Features: • Display models on our CRISPR playing cards or any flat surface • 13 CRISPR-Cas models and 5 anti-CRISPR models to explore • Toggle different proteins, RNA, DNA, and other molecules within each model • Grow, shrink, and rotate the models with ease • Background information on every CRISPR structure • Capture your AR experiences with an in-app camera *** Share your photos online with #CRISPR3D *** About the IGI: The Innovative Genomics Institute is an academic research organization in the Bay Area that develops and applies CRISPR technology to cure disease and ensure food security. The IGI aims to excite, engage, and empower diverse audiences with consistently clear and reliable resources. To learn more, visit https://www.innovativegenomics.org.

MoleculeGo is a location based app that gamifies the process of learning about molecular biology. In this game, the player collects amino acids, ATP, and DNA sequences, the molecular building blocks used to synthesize proteins. By capturing DNA sequences, the player discovers genes that encode for proteins. These genes provide the user with the necessary "recipe" to synthesize proteins in their own lab, using amino acids and ATP. These proteins can then be combined to construct even larger protein complexes. As the player progresses in the game, new molecules become available and information will become available about each molecule's basic function and how its structure is associated with its molecular role. Players can visit hotspots (schools, parks, hospitals, universities, etc.) to accelerate the discovery of new molecules. While molecules are discovered, players can learn how they are involved in disease, biomedical applications, research, and their function in the cell.