Introduction to Computational Biology

Maps, Sequences and Genomes

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Statistics, Biology
Cover of the book Introduction to Computational Biology by Michael S. Waterman, CRC Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Michael S. Waterman ISBN: 9781351437080
Publisher: CRC Press Publication: May 2, 2018
Imprint: Chapman and Hall/CRC Language: English
Author: Michael S. Waterman
ISBN: 9781351437080
Publisher: CRC Press
Publication: May 2, 2018
Imprint: Chapman and Hall/CRC
Language: English

Biology is in the midst of a era yielding many significant discoveries and promising many more. Unique to this era is the exponential growth in the size of information-packed databases. Inspired by a pressing need to analyze that data, Introduction to Computational Biology explores a new area of expertise that emerged from this fertile field- the combination of biological and information sciences.

This introduction describes the mathematical structure of biological data, especially from sequences and chromosomes. After a brief survey of molecular biology, it studies restriction maps of DNA, rough landmark maps of the underlying sequences, and clones and clone maps. It examines problems associated with reading DNA sequences and comparing sequences to finding common patterns. The author then considers that statistics of pattern counts in sequences, RNA secondary structure, and the inference of evolutionary history of related sequences.

Introduction to Computational Biology exposes the reader to the fascinating structure of biological data and explains how to treat related combinatorial and statistical problems. Written to describe mathematical formulation and development, this book helps set the stage for even more, truly interdisciplinary work in biology.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Biology is in the midst of a era yielding many significant discoveries and promising many more. Unique to this era is the exponential growth in the size of information-packed databases. Inspired by a pressing need to analyze that data, Introduction to Computational Biology explores a new area of expertise that emerged from this fertile field- the combination of biological and information sciences.

This introduction describes the mathematical structure of biological data, especially from sequences and chromosomes. After a brief survey of molecular biology, it studies restriction maps of DNA, rough landmark maps of the underlying sequences, and clones and clone maps. It examines problems associated with reading DNA sequences and comparing sequences to finding common patterns. The author then considers that statistics of pattern counts in sequences, RNA secondary structure, and the inference of evolutionary history of related sequences.

Introduction to Computational Biology exposes the reader to the fascinating structure of biological data and explains how to treat related combinatorial and statistical problems. Written to describe mathematical formulation and development, this book helps set the stage for even more, truly interdisciplinary work in biology.

More books from CRC Press

Cover of the book Soil Physical Conditions and Plant Roots by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Facilities Management and the Business of Space by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Methods For Recovering Viruses From The Environment by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Management of Problem Soils in Arid Ecosystems by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Handbook of Vadose Zone Characterization & Monitoring by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Quantum Kinematics And Dynamic by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book CRC Handbook of Thermal Engineering by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Clinical Trials by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Water-Soluble Synthetic Polymers by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Photovoltaic Engineering Handbook by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Thermoforming by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Diet Nutrition and Immunity by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Radiopharmaceuticals by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Nutrition and HIV by Michael S. Waterman
Cover of the book Reactor Design for Chemical Engineers by Michael S. Waterman
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy