Nanopore Sequencing: An Introduction

This book is a comprehensive introduction to nanopore sequencing, with clear explanations of the principles and instructional material for using a MinION nanopore instrument. It is used as a textbook and lab manual at Harvard University for a university laboratory course to intensify the intellectual experience of incoming undergraduates and explore biology as a field of concentration.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 216 pages
\n Publication date: 24 April 2019
\n Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
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This comprehensive text serves as an introductory guide and laboratory manual, primarily intended for undergraduate courses. It also finds utility among graduate students and research scientists seeking an introduction to the theory and methods of nanopore sequencing. The book offers lucid explanations of the fundamental principles of this rapidly evolving technology, complemented by instructional material authored by esteemed experts. This material provides guidance on utilizing a MinION nanopore instrument for sequencing purposes, whether in research or classroom settings.

At Harvard University, this book serves as a textbook and lab manual for a university course designed to enhance the intellectual journey of incoming undergraduates while delving into the field of biology as a concentration. Nanopore sequencing emerges as an ideal topic, as it addresses the common complaint among students about the requirement to take courses in Physics or Mathematics while pursuing a major in Biology. The book effectively addresses this concern by showcasing the diverse range of topics that students will encounter in subsequent biology courses, encompassing areas such as electricity, biochemistry, protein structure, molecular engineering, and informatics. By demonstrating the interconnectedness of these disciplines, the book aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become scientists who possess a deep understanding of the measurements made by their biology instruments when investigating biological phenomena.

\n Weight: 476g\n
Dimension: 216 x 155 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9789813270602\n \n