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The biotechnology revolution has harnessed advanced information technology to manage its data flood. Pevsner (neuroscience and health sciences informatics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD) provides guidance to students on computer programs and database tools to access DNA, RNA, and protein sequencing data; functional genomics approaches to RNA and protein; and genome analysis related to disease. Includes key bioinformatics websites, part-color graphics, technical appendices, self-test quizzes with solutions, and a glossary of terms. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Wiley is proud to announce the publication of the first ever broad-based textbook introduction to Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics by a trained biologist, experienced researcher, and award-winning instructor. In this new text, author Jonathan Pevsner, winner of the 2001 Johns Hopkins University "Teacher of the Year" award, explains problem-solving using bioinformatic approaches using real examples such as breast cancer, HIV-1, and retinal-binding protein throughout. His book includes 375 figures and over 170 tables. Each chapter includes: Problems, discussion of Pitfalls, Boxes explaining key techniques and math/stats principles, Summary, Recommended Reading list, and URLs for freely available software. The text is suitable for professionals and students at every level, including those with little to no background in computer science.
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