Mathematical Biology

I. An Introduction

James D Murray author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Springer-Verlag New York Inc.

Published:19th Jun '02

Should be back in stock very soon

This hardback is available in another edition too:

Mathematical Biology cover

This comprehensive text explores mathematical modeling in biology, covering topics like marital interactions and sex determination, making it essential for students and researchers alike.

This new edition of the text delves deeper into various topics, introducing innovative applications such as the modeling of marital interactions and temperature-dependent sex determination. It reflects the rapid advancements in mathematical biology, which has become a distinct and essential discipline within the biomedical sciences over the past decade. As mathematical modeling finds its way into numerous fields, this book remains a vital resource for both students and researchers.

The original edition, released over ten years ago, laid the groundwork for understanding the intersection of mathematics and biological problems. Since then, the field has expanded significantly, making it crucial for new and seasoned scholars alike to engage with contemporary issues through mathematical frameworks. This first volume serves as an introduction, focusing on ordinary differential equations, making it accessible for both undergraduate and graduate courses.

With the publication of this expanded third edition in two volumes, readers will find a wealth of resources, including over 1000 references and a comprehensive index. This text not only provides insight into the exciting challenges within biology but also illustrates the broad range of questions that mathematical modeling can address. It is highly recommended for any serious student or researcher looking to deepen their understanding of mathematical biology.

Reviews of the original edition:

"Murray has produced a magnificent compilation of mathematical models and their applications in biology." Nature

"Murray's Mathematical Biology belongs on the shelf of any person with a serious interest in mathematical biology." Bulletin of Mathematical Biology

SIAM, 2004: "Murray's Mathematical Biology is a classic that belongs on the shelf of any serious student or researcher in the field. Together the two volumes contain well over 1000 references, a rich source of material, together with an excellent index to help readers quickly find key words. ... I recommend the new and expanded third edition to any serious young student interested in mathematical biology who already has a solid basis in applied mathematics."

From the reviews of the third edition:

"Mathematical Biology would be eminently suitable as a text for a final year undergraduate or postgraduate course in mathematical biology … . It is also a good source of examples for courses in mathematical methods … . Mathematical Biology provides a good way in to the field and a useful reference for those of us already there. It may attract more mathematicians to work in biology by showing them that there is real work to be done." (Peter Saunders, The Mathematical Gazette, Vol. 90 (519), 2006)

ISBN: 9780387952239

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551 pages

3rd ed. 2002