Mathematical Concepts and Methods in Modern Biology: Using Modern Discrete Models, Second Edition offers an updated, quantitative framework essential for analyzing, predicting, and modulating the behavior of complex biological systems. This book, structured around project-based learning and problem-solving principles, integrates crucial mathematical concepts, methods, and tools contextualized by vital questions raised in modern biology. Topics covered include neuronal networks, plant population growth, metabolic pathways, and phylogenetic tree reconstruction. New mathematical modeling tools featured include Boolean and ordinary differential equations, projection matrices, agent-based modeling, and several algebraic approaches.

Updated software manuals and codes are provided, making this a valuable resource for health professionals, scientists, researchers, and students in related fields.

• Provides fully updated and expanded content, examples, exercises, and projects on modern discrete mathematics and algebraic statistics
• Includes updated computer codes and software manuals to reflect the current state of the field
• Prepares readers, through examples, exercises, and carefully selected projects to transition successfully to engaging in student research and reading the research literature
• Introduces discrete and algebraic methods in the context of important questions from modern biology at a level requiring minimal mathematical background
• Emphasizes the use of specialized software as a necessary element of the modern biology skills set by integrating freely available applications and mainstream proprietary software in the presentation