localfold runs protein folding prediction in-browser via WebGPU, no install needed
sokrypton · x · 2026-11-02
sokrypton's open-source localfold implements protein folding prediction via WebGPU, running directly on your computer with nothing but a web browser. The author warns it will drain battery, overheat devices, and eat data plans; bug reports and feature requests are welcome on GitHub.
Related event: LocalFold Update: Run 15 Protein Folding Models Locally in the Browser(4 posts)→
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