[WCG] OpenPandemics - COVID-19 Now Running on Machines with Graphics Processing Units

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[WCG] OpenPandemics - COVID-19 Now Running on Machines with Graphics Processing Units

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The software that powers OpenPandemics - COVID-19 has been adapted to use GPU power. This will not only help the researchers to screen more molecules, but also could help them study molecules that are more complex.

Source: https://www.worldcommunitygrid.org/abou ... icleId=693
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Re: [WCG] OpenPandemics - COVID-19 Now Running on Machines with Graphics Processing Units

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The news article links to the following useful FAQ:
Getting Started/ Graphics Card Processing

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PS, one important point is missing from the FAQ: Demand for GPU work currently outstrips supply.
(forum thread Work unit availability)
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