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Computational opportunities for remote collaboration and capacity building afforded by Web 2.0 and cloud computing
Willy Wriggers1, Wilma K Olson, Cristobal G Dos Remedios
1Department of Physiology and Biophysics and Institute for Computational Biomedicine, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 1300 York Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA.
Biophysical Reviews
|October 16, 2012
Summary
This paper proposes a global network to foster computational biophysics (CB) talent worldwide. It highlights cloud-based participatory computing as a key strategy for enabling aspiring scientists lacking traditional research infrastructure.
Area of Science:
- Computational Biophysics
- Global Science Education
Background:
- Identified local computational talent globally, irrespective of location.
- Recognized the need to support aspiring investigators without access to advanced research facilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a global network for computational biophysics (CB) education and development.
- To outline strategies for "garage scientists" to engage in CB research.
- To address and overcome barriers in remote scientific collaboration.
Main Methods:
- Advocating for participatory computing via cloud-based platforms.
- Emphasizing the role of open-minded mentorship in skill development.
- Leveraging a Special Issue of Biophysical Reviews as a collaborative forum.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated the potential of cloud computing for accessible CB research.
- Highlighted the importance of mentorship in overcoming infrastructure limitations.
- Established a platform for discussing specific CB applications.
Conclusions:
- A global network can effectively nurture computational biophysics talent.
- Cloud-based participatory science is a viable model for resource-limited researchers.
- Overcoming collaboration barriers is crucial for advancing global CB research.
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