Students of mathematical biology discover modern methods of taxonomy with this text, which introduces taxonomic characters, the measurement of similarity, and the analysis of principal components. Other topics include multidimensional scaling, cluster analysis, identification and assignment techniques, more. A familiarity with matrix algebra and elementary statistics are the sole prerequisites. Unabridged republication of the edition published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, England, 1982.
Introduction to Mathematical Biology by S. I. Rubinow Designed to explore the applications of mathematical techniques and methods related to biology, this text explores five areas: cell growth, enzymatic reactions, physiological tracers, biological fluid dynamics and diffusion.
Mathematical Techniques for Biology and Medicine by William Simon Extremely useful volume reviews basic calculus, shows how physiological problems can be formulated in terms of differential equations. Techniques applied to often-encountered problems. Bibliography.
Introduction to Biostatistics: Second Edition by Robert R. Sokal, F. James Rohlf Suitable for undergraduates with a minimal background in mathematics, this introduction ranges from descriptive statistics to fundamental distributions and the testing of hypotheses. Includes numerous worked-out problems and examples. 1987 edition.
