Fundamental Concept of Bioinformatics

First text specifically designed to make bioinformatics accessible to undergraduates. First bioinformatics primer for undergraduates. Personable writing style and numerous analogies make this text accessible to undergraduates. Focus on fundamentally important algorithms at the core of bioinformatics. Easy-to-do "paper and pencil" calculations make fundamental algorithms unintimidating for biology students and accessible to students with limited experience in computer programming. Combined expertise (biology and computer science) of author team ensures an integrated approach and an appreciation for the biology and computer science tools and perspectives. End-of-Chapter summaries tie together key concepts and provide real-world examples of the algorithms presented. Detailed solutions to selected text questions are provided in the back of the text so students can check their answers. Annotated Reading Material sections at the end of each chapter direct students to additional resources for further explanation. Questions and problems at the end of each chapter help students apply their understanding of the material.