What is World Community Grid?
Q: What is World Community Grid?
A: World Community Grid (WCG) is a large public computing grid that uses people's personal computers to work on scientific research projects that help people.
Q: When did WCG begin operation?
A: WCG began operation on November 16, 2004.
Q: What software does WCG use?
A: WCG uses IBM's Berkeley Open Infrastructure for Network Computing (BOINC) software.
Q: On what operating systems can the software be used?
A: The software can be used on Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and Android operating systems.
Q: What are some of the research projects conducted by WCG?
A: Some of the research projects conducted by WCG include analysis of aspects of the human genome, HIV, dengue, muscular dystrophy, cancer, influenza, rice crop yields and renewable energy. As of May 2015 open projects include treatments for Ebola virus and HIV as well as materials for next generation solar cells and investigation into cancer genes.
Q: How many companies have partnered with WCG to help its work?
A: As of May 2015 there were 467 companies and organizations partnering with WCG to help its work.
Q: How many active registered users does WCG have?
A: As of May 2015 there were over 65000 active registered users for World Community Grid.
