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So I Just got involved in a fantastic internship opportunity doing mathematical oncology. My background is in pure math (just got my B.A.)
My project will involve doing some differential equations to model tumor growth.
I have literally NO background in biology. I'm told (by math types who do this kind of thing) that this isn't really a problem. You learn what you need to make the model.
Aside from re-familiarizing myself with differential equations (it's been awhile) I need to learn some biology, specifically that which is needed for tumor growth. Does anybody have any resources they'd recommend? (Sorry if this is an ill formed question, but such is the case when you are starting from scratch).
I have access to a great library, so am open to book recommendations. But I could also use the stimulation of videos and such as are found online.
Thanks!
-Dave K
My project will involve doing some differential equations to model tumor growth.
I have literally NO background in biology. I'm told (by math types who do this kind of thing) that this isn't really a problem. You learn what you need to make the model.
Aside from re-familiarizing myself with differential equations (it's been awhile) I need to learn some biology, specifically that which is needed for tumor growth. Does anybody have any resources they'd recommend? (Sorry if this is an ill formed question, but such is the case when you are starting from scratch).
I have access to a great library, so am open to book recommendations. But I could also use the stimulation of videos and such as are found online.
Thanks!
-Dave K