Biomolecular Forms And Functions: A Celebration Of 50 Years Of The Ramachandran Map

Biomolecular Forms And Functions: A Celebration Of 50 Years Of The Ramachandran Map
Author: Manju Bansal
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 515
Release: 2012-12-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814449156

Understanding the functions and properties of molecules in living systems requires a detailed knowledge of their three-dimensional structures and the conformational variability that allows them to adopt multiple functional forms. Interpreting biological systems in the language of three-dimensional structures is of fundamental importance and innumerable research groups around the world are working in this area. This book is a compilation of articles describing attempts at understanding the intricacies of biological systems through the structures of and interactions between their constituent molecules.

Biomolecular Forms and Functions

Biomolecular Forms and Functions
Author: Manju Bansal
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 515
Release: 2013
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9814449148

This volume is primarily a compilation of contributed articles representing the impact and application of Ramachandran's work on conformation analysis of biopolymers, as well as recent advances in macromolecular structural biology, involving diverse experimental and computational approaches. This volume is being published to coincide with a conference on "Biomolecular Forms and Functions: A celebration of 50 years of the Ramachandran Map" being held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in January 2013.

Artificial Intelligence on Dark Matter and Dark Energy

Artificial Intelligence on Dark Matter and Dark Energy
Author: Ariel Fernández
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2023-08-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1000925293

As we prod the cosmos at very large scales, basic tenets of physics seem to crumble under the weight of contradicting evidence. This book helps mitigate the crisis. It resorts to artificial intelligence (AI) for answers and describes the outcome of this quest in terms of an ur-universe, a quintessential compact multiply connected space that incorporates a fifth dimension to encode space-time as a latent manifold. In some ways, AI is bolder than humans because the huge corpus of knowledge, starting with the prodigious Standard Model (SM) of particle physics, poses almost no burden to its conjecture-framing processes. Why not feed AI with the SM enriched by the troubling cosmological phenomenology on dark matter and dark energy and see where AI takes us vis-à-vis reconciling the conflicting data with the laws of physics? This is precisely the intellectual adventure described in this book and – to the best of our knowledge – in no other book on the shelf. As the reader will discover, many AI conjectures and validations ultimately make a lot of sense, even if their boldness does not feel altogether "human" yet. This book is written for a broad readership. Prerequisites are minimal, but a background in college math/physics/computer science is desirable. This book does not merely describe what is known about dark matter and dark energy but also provides readers with intellectual tools to engage in a quest for the deepest cosmological mystery.

Methods in Protein Design

Methods in Protein Design
Author:
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 539
Release: 2013-02-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0123946298

This new volume of Methods in Enzymology continues the legacy of this premier serial by containing quality chapters authored by leaders in the field. This volume covers methods in protein design and it has chapters on such topics as protein switch engineering by domain insertion, evolution based design of proteins, and computationally designed proteins. - Continues the legacy of this premier serial with quality chapters authored by leaders in the field - Covers methods in protein design - Contains chapters with such topics as protein switch engineering by domain insertion, evolution-based design of proteins, and computationally designed proteins

Topological Dynamics in Metamodel Discovery with Artificial Intelligence

Topological Dynamics in Metamodel Discovery with Artificial Intelligence
Author: Ariel Fernández
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2022-12-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1000806472

The leveraging of artificial intelligence (AI) for model discovery in dynamical systems is cross-fertilizing and revolutionizing both disciplines, heralding a new era of data-driven science. This book is placed at the forefront of this endeavor, taking model discovery to the next level. Dealing with artificial intelligence, this book delineates AI’s role in model discovery for dynamical systems. With the implementation of topological methods to construct metamodels, it engages with levels of complexity and multiscale hierarchies hitherto considered off limits for data science. Key Features: Introduces new and advanced methods of model discovery for time series data using artificial intelligence Implements topological approaches to distill "machine-intuitive" models from complex dynamics data Introduces a new paradigm for a parsimonious model of a dynamical system without resorting to differential equations Heralds a new era in data-driven science and engineering based on the operational concept of "computational intuition" Intended for graduate students, researchers, and practitioners interested in dynamical systems empowered by AI or machine learning and in their biological, engineering, and biomedical applications, this book will represent a significant educational resource for people engaged in AI-related cross-disciplinary projects.

Computer-Aided Drug Design

Computer-Aided Drug Design
Author: Aman Thakur
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2024-08-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3111434877

Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) is a comprehensive guide designed for both beginners and experienced users in CADD. This book covers the fundamental principles and gradually delves into more advanced concepts and techniques, making it an invaluable resource to anyone interested in CADD. It begins by establishing a solid foundation, explaining the core concepts of CADD, the user interface and essential tools. It covers QSAR, molecular docking, homology modeling, virtual screening, pharmacophore modeling, ensuring that the reader can quickly become proficient in CADD. The book provides in-depth insights into 3D modeling, rendering, and parametric design. The style of the book is simple, every topic begins from the very basics and explores advanced levels with clarity. Practical examples, step-by-step tutorials and hands-on exercises, are included for better understanding.

Molecular Modeling and Simulation

Molecular Modeling and Simulation
Author: Tamar Schlick
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 669
Release: 2013-04-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0387224645

Very broad overview of the field intended for an interdisciplinary audience; Lively discussion of current challenges written in a colloquial style; Author is a rising star in this discipline; Suitably accessible for beginners and suitably rigorous for experts; Features extensive four-color illustrations; Appendices featuring homework assignments and reading lists complement the material in the main text

Yanomami

Yanomami
Author: William Milliken
Publisher: Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1999
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

A highly readable book about the remarkable relationship between a forest people and their environment -- the watershed between the Brazilian Amazon and the Venezuelan Orinoco. It provides a fascinating insight into their culture and intricate knowledge of plants, animals and the ecology of the environment in which they live.

5th International Conference on Biomedical Engineering in Vietnam

5th International Conference on Biomedical Engineering in Vietnam
Author: Vo Van Toi
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 538
Release: 2014-11-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319117769

This volume presents the proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on the Development of Biomedical Engineering in Vietnam which was held from June 16-18, 2014 in Ho Chi Minh City. The volume reflects the progress of Biomedical Engineering and discusses problems and solutions. I aims identifying new challenges, and shaping future directions for research in biomedical engineering fields including medical instrumentation, bioinformatics, biomechanics, medical imaging, drug delivery therapy, regenerative medicine and entrepreneurship in medical devices.