Biophysics Books
Cambridge University Press Electric Brain Signals
Book SynopsisIt is common to study the electric activity of neurons by measuring the electric potential in the extracellular space of the brain. However, interpreting such measurements requires knowledge of the biophysics underlying the electric signals. Written by leading experts in the field, this volume presents the biophysical foundations of the signals as well as results from long-term research into biophysics-based forward-modeling of extracellular brain signals. This includes applications using the open-source simulation tool LFPy, developed and provided by the authors. Starting with the physical theory of electricity in the brain, this book explains how this theory is used to simulate neuronal activity and the resulting extracellular potentials. Example applications of the theory to model representations of real neural systems are included throughout, making this an invaluable resource for students and scientists who wish to understand the brain through analysis of electric brain signals, using biophysics-based modeling.
£52.24
Cambridge University Press Biophysics of DNA
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£35.14
Cambridge University Press Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics of Macromolecular Systems
Book SynopsisReviewing statistical mechanics concepts and tools necessary for the study of structure formation processes in macromolecular systems, this book provides insight into modern research at this interface between physics, chemistry, biology, and nanotechnology. It is an excellent reference for graduate students and researchers.Trade Review'The clarity of exposition supports the author's goal with respect to his view. In fact, as stated in the preface and outline of his work, he wished to overcome the frustration for the present contradicting and inconclusive literature in this field. The richness of specific examples also supports the book scope. The approach to modelling is also clearly described. … this book could be suitable also for non-experts in the field, due to its precise exposition of the subjects. I would recommend this book to people from different scientific backgrounds: starting from physics to biology, biochemistry and many others. The work by Bachmann should also be considered as … an acquisition, whose value is long-lasting. Finally, the exhaustive treatment contained in [this book] might also constitute a good support for defining future research paths and projects, which have now a wide spectrum of applications.' Marco Casazza, Contemporary PhysicsTable of ContentsPreface and outline; 1. Introduction; 2. Statistical mechanics: a modern review; 3. The complexity of minimalistic lattice models for protein folding; 4. Monte Carlo and chain growth methods for molecular simulations; 5. First insights to freezing and collapse of flexible polymers; 6. Crystallization of elastic polymers; 7. Structural phases of semiflexible polymers; 8. Generic tertiary folding properties of proteins in mesoscopic scales; 9. Protein folding channels and kinetics of two-state folding; 10. Inducing generic secondary structures by constraints; 11. Statistical analyses of aggregation processes; 12. Hierarchical nature of phase transitions; 13. Adsorption of polymers at solid substrates; 14. Hybrid protein-substrate interfaces; 15. Concluding remarks and outlook; Notes; References; Index.
£51.29
Cambridge University Press Neuronal Dynamics From Single Neurons to Networks and Models of Cognition
Book SynopsisExploring neuron models, the neural code, decision making and learning, this textbook provides a thorough and up-to-date introduction to computational neuroscience for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students. With step-by-step explanations, end-of-chapter summaries and classroom-tested exercises, it is ideal for courses or for self-study.Table of ContentsPreface; Part I. Foundations of Neuronal Dynamics: 1. Introduction; 2. The Hodgkin–Huxley model; 3. Dendrites and synapses; 4. Dimensionality reduction and phase plane analysis; Part II. Generalized Integrate-and-Fire Neurons: 5. Nonlinear integrate-and-fire models; 6. Adaptation and firing patterns; 7. Variability of spike trains and neural codes; 8. Noisy input models: barrage of spike arrivals; 9. Noisy output: escape rate and soft threshold; 10. Estimating models; 11. Encoding and decoding with stochastic neuron models; Part III. Networks of Neurons and Population Activity: 12. Neuronal populations; 13. Continuity equation and the Fokker–Planck approach; 14. The integral-equation approach; 15. Fast transients and rate models; Part IV. Dynamics of Cognition: 16. Competing populations and decision making; 17. Memory and attractor dynamics; 18. Cortical field models for perception; 19. Synaptic plasticity and learning; 20. Outlook: dynamics in plastic networks; Bibliography; Index.
£90.25
Cambridge University Press Biomedical Measurement Systems and Data Science
Book SynopsisDiscover the fundamental principles of biomedical measurement design and performance evaluation with this hands-on guide. Whether you develop measurement instruments or use them in novel ways, this practical text will prepare you to be an effective generator and consumer of biomedical data. Designed for both classroom instruction and self-study, it explains how information is encoded into recorded data and can be extracted and displayed in an accessible manner. Describes and integrates experimental design, performance assessment, classification, and system modelling. Combines mathematical concepts with computational models, providing the tools needed to answer advanced biomedical questions. Includes MATLAB scripts throughout to help readers model all types of biomedical systems, and contains numerous homework problems, with a solutions manual available online. This is an essential text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in bioengineering, electrical and computer engineeriTrade Review'a good introductory text on the technical aspects of analyzing measured data sets for graduate students or advanced undergraduates in a premedical or related curriculum … In an increasingly crowded publication space, this book offers something new and valuable, making implementation of data analysis approaches accessible for biomedical scientists and the engineers who work with them … Highly recommended.' M. R. King, Choice ConnectTable of Contents1. Introduction to measurement systems; 2. Probability; 3. Statistics of random processes; 4. Spatiotemporal models of the measurement process; 5. Basis decomposition I; 6. Basis decomposition II; 7. Projection radiography; 8. Statistical decision-making; 9. Statistical pattern recognition with flow cytometry examples; 10. ODE models I, biological systems; 11. ODE models II, sensors.
£85.49
Rodale Press Inc. The Nature of Nature: The Discovery of SuperWaves
Book SynopsisWhat is everything made of? How do things change and how do they work? What is life? In The Nature of Nature, visionary scientist Irv Dardik tackles these questions by introducing his discovery of SuperWaves, a singular wave phenomenon whose design generates what we experience as matter, space, time, motion, energy, and order and chaos. Simply put, the SuperWaves principle states that the fundamental stuff of nature is waves—waves waving within waves, to be exact. Dardik challenges the rationality of accepting a priori that the universe is made of discrete particles. Instead, by drawing from his own discovery of a unique wave behavior and combining it with scientific facts, he shows that every single thing in existence—from quantum particles to entire galaxies—is waves waving in the unique pattern he calls SuperWaves. The discovery of SuperWaves and the ideas behind it, while profound, can be intuitively grasped by every reader, whether scientist or layperson. Touching on everything from quantum physics to gravity, to emergent complexity and thermodynamics, to the origins of health and disease, it shows that our health, and the health of the environment and civilization, depend upon our understanding SuperWaves. The Nature of Nature is an absorbing account that combines Dardik’s contrarian look at the history of science with philosophical discussion, his own groundbreaking research, and hope for the future.
£20.25
Editorial Terracota Puntos, rayas y caracoles: Matemáticas rápidas y
Book SynopsisAprender las operaciones básicas matemáticas —suma, resta, multiplicación y división— es realmente sencillo y divertido con ayuda de los mayas, No hace falta memorizar tablas. Solo necesitas seguir tu intuición, usar los mismos puntos, rayas y caracoles que utilizaban los antiguos mayas y seguir las indicaciones y ejemplos que te proponemos con ayuda de los tableros que encontrarás dentro del libro. Verás que las matemáticas, además de divertidas, son fáciles de aprender y rápidas y de utilizar.
£17.95
Editorial Terracota Fracciones divertidas
Book SynopsisLas fracciones tienen muchos usos en la vida diaria, desde medir longitudes, capacidades y pesos, hasta comparar fracciones, encontrar fracciones equivalentes y realizar operaciones. Este libro trata de exponer todas las maneras posibles de enseñar el tema, acompañadas de actividades divertidas y juegos. El libro incluye un CD con ejercicios y soluciones; así como diez bandas de colores divididas en medios, tercios, cuartos, etcétera.
£19.76
Editorial Terracota Vida zen, vida divina: Un diálogo entre el
Book SynopsisEl autor muestra cómo la práctica del zen puede arrojar luz sobre los evangelios de Jesús y ayudar a que uno viva de manera más alegre y compasiva. La compasión de Buda y el amor de Cristo tienen mucho en común y el camino que propone el budismo zen puede acercarnos a una experiencia más plena de Dios, de nosotros mismos y de nuestro entorno.
£11.35
