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BIOENG-455: Computational cell biology

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Computer modeling is used to study dynamic phenomena in cell biology. This course shows how to identify mathematical features of cell biology mechanisms and use numerical algorithms to model their behavior.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/computational-cell-biology-BIOENG-455

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/computational-cell-biology-BIOENG-455

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http://go.epfl.ch/BIOENG-455

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Lectures in this course (18)

Cellular Scale Modeling

Explores the challenges of applying Newton's laws at the cellular scale and the importance of relevant coordinates and scales in cell biology.

Computational Cell Biology: Modeling Cellular Complexity

Explores computational cell biology, modeling cellular complexity through molecular interactions and the challenges of atomistic simulations.

Polymer Modeling: Basics & Applications

Explores polymer modeling basics, from flexible chains to real polymer comparisons, with examples like PEG and bacterial DNA.

Cell Biology Basics: Macromolecules and Structures

Introduces the basics of cell biology, focusing on macromolecules, structures, and the unique properties of lipids.

Cell Biology: Forces and Compartments

Explores forces and compartments in computational cell biology, emphasizing the significance of indirect forces mediated by the environment and the role of compartments in cellular functions.

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