FoldIt: Solving Puzzles for Science

This website was a bit confusing at first but challenging.  The premises behind it is to involve humans in the discovery of how proteins are folded.  By utilizing the problem solving skills of humans, they can compare their skills to the computer and teach the computer new ways to process this information.  Students will be drawn to the fact that by participating they can make a difference.  The game would be a great addition to the DNA unit when discussing protein synthesis.  Students will get the bigger picture of the complexities of proteins and the various sizes they can be.  By reading the site, students will further understand the role of proteins in the body but also in disease and the research behind the diseases.