Corona VRus Coaster: the virtual reality roller coaster of the proteins of SARS-CoV-2.

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The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has driven significant research into the virus' structural components to elucidate its infection mechanisms and advance therapeutic strategies. However, the intricate architecture of viral proteins presents challenges for researchers and students in structural biology. To address this, we developed Corona VRus Coaster, a virtual reality (VR) application designed to facilitate molecular visualization. This tool enables immersive exploration of over 2000 viral proteins, including key structures such as the spike protein, nucleocapsid protein, main protease, and RNA-dependent RNA polymerase. Users can "ride" along the molecular backbones of these proteins, offering a distinctive way to explore their three-dimensional organization. H

SUBMITTER: Seco-Gonzalez A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12328519 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature