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MODELING BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS

BME/CBE 782
Course Description

Literature survey of mathematical models in biology at the molecular and cellular levels; application of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics to biological systems; comparison of deterministic and stochastic strategies.

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Graduate/professional standing

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