Bioinformatics
An interactive intelligent textbook for bioinformatics, designed for upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, and working professionals. This 14-week course covers everything from molecular biology foundations through graph-powered approaches to drug discovery, precision medicine, and multi-omics integration — with hands-on labs using Python, NetworkX, Neo4j, and visualization tools throughout.
Features
- Interactive MicroSims — computational simulations and interactive diagrams for every major concept
- Learning Graph — visual map of all 480 course concepts and their dependencies
- Bloom's Taxonomy Alignment — learning objectives at all six cognitive levels
- Graph Data Models — every module includes a graph data model connecting biology to computation
- Hands-On Labs — Python, NetworkX, Vis-Network, and Cypher exercises in every module
- Capstone Projects — six real-world bioinformatics projects from antibiotic resistance to precision medicine
How to Use This Book
Navigate using the sidebar on the left. Start with the Course Description for a full overview, then explore the Learning Graph to see how concepts connect before diving into chapters.
