Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics

Bestselling introduction to bioinformatics and genomics -- now in its third editionWidely received in its previous editions; Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics offers the most broad-based introduction to this explosive new discipline. Now thoroughly updated and expanded; it continues to be the ''go-to'' resource for students; instructors and professionals wanting an accessible introduction to the interdisciplinary fields of bioinformatics and genomics.The book is complemented by rich; full-color illustrations and more than 500 figures and tables; many newly created for the third edition to enhance clarity an understanding. Each chapter includes learning objectives and boxes explaining key techniques and the principles of relevant mathematics and statistics; perspective and pitfalls sections; discussion questions; computer problems; a multiple-choice quiz; recommended reading; and a list of freely available software. Instructors can visit the book's companion website for supplemental information such as answers to the problems at the end of each chapter and all the figures and tables from the book for use in teaching. The author also maintains a comprehensive website with a wealth of associated resources for students and instructors.Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics; Third Edition serves as an excellent single-source textbook for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate-level courses in the biological sciences and computer sciences. It is also an indispensable resource for biologists in a broad variety of disciplines who use the tools of bioinformatics and genomics to study particular research problems; bioinformaticists and computer scientists who develop computer algorithms and databases and medical researchers and clinicians who want to understand the genomic basis of viral; bacterial; parasitic; or other diseases. Buy now the item at ONLY: 185.95