Bioinformatics: An Introductory Textbook

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to bioinformatics, covering topics such as sequence analysis, RNA, DNA, and protein analysis, and metabolic pathways. It is ideal for biology students, computer science students, and other students interested in learning about the molecular basis of life. The book is translated from the original German edition and includes an appendix for readers to experiment with bioinformatics techniques.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 357 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2023
Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG

This captivating introduction to the fastest-growing field of biology delves into the realm of bioinformatics with easy-to-follow examples and a well-prepared appendix for readers to embark on hands-on experiences right away. The book begins by equipping readers with essential skills for locating and analyzing sequence information, paving the way for subsequent chapters that explore diverse analysis options ranging from RNA, DNA, and proteins to entire metabolic pathways. Exciting examples from the world of biology are carefully selected to illustrate these analytical approaches, ensuring a rich learning experience. Each chapter concludes with an exercise section that encourages readers to apply their knowledge immediately, reinforcing the concepts learned.

The subject of this book is an absolute necessity for any biology student, whether at the undergraduate or graduate level. Bioinformatics is currently unraveling astonishing insights into the molecular underpinnings of all living things, and this book serves as a gateway to this fascinating realm. Computer science students and individuals from related sciences will also find this book invaluable, as it provides a systematic introduction to bioinformatics alongside the software.

Join the authors on this transformative journey as they unlock the secrets of life's language. This book is a translation of the original German 2nd edition, Bioinformatik, by Thomas Dandekar and Meik Kunz, published by Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature in 2021. The translation was accomplished with the assistance of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com), with a subsequent human revision primarily focused on content to ensure a stylistic difference from conventional translations.

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Weight: 623g
Dimension: 240 x 168 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783662650356
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023