General Catalog 2022-2023

BIIN 4010 Computational Biology

Practical approach to the computer applications in molecular biology. Study of the representation and analysis of biological sequences and structural information, including the relation between sequences, structure, and functions of the macromolecules. Includes sequence patterns, probability techniques, graphics and simulations. Emphasis on the use of algorithms to align sequences, allowing the identification of genes and secondary structures. Requires work in an open laboratory.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

BIIN 4000, BIOL 4604 and 4605