Advice for self-studying biophysics after my BSc in Physics

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The discussion centers on self-studying biophysics after completing a BSc in Physics. The user expresses interest in the subject but lacks formal coursework and seeks guidance on appropriate textbooks and study paths. Recommendations include Bialek's work, though the user finds it confusing, and Volkenshtein's, which is considered outdated. The user is open to integrating prerequisite knowledge independently and is encouraged to explore various areas within biophysics to identify specific interests.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics principles
  • Familiarity with mathematical concepts relevant to biophysics
  • Knowledge of biological systems and processes
  • Ability to self-study and integrate complex topics independently
NEXT STEPS
  • Research advanced biophysics textbooks, focusing on Bialek's and other contemporary authors
  • Explore online courses or lectures on biophysics fundamentals
  • Investigate specific areas of biophysics, such as molecular biophysics or systems biology
  • Join online forums or study groups dedicated to biophysics for peer support and resources
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Students and professionals in physics or related fields looking to expand their knowledge into biophysics, as well as self-learners seeking structured guidance on advanced biophysics topics.

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TL;DR Summary: Briefly i'm asking for guidance through self-studying biophysics.

Hello everyone, i've almost finished my bsc in physics and i got intrigued by biophysics, although my university doesn't provide courses for the subject. I wanted to get a grasp of the subject by myself but searching online i wasn't really able to get an idea of where to start from and which line one should follow: the only ones i saw are Bialek's and Volkenshtein's although the latter is a little bit outdated imo and i think the first one is kinda confusing (doesn't follow specific arguments). So i'm here to ask kindly for advice on (almost) grad-level textbooks on biophysics (not afraid of missing some prerequisities, i'm willing to integrate by myself once i start), and possibly a few suggestions on what path (which other textbooks) could i follow to later go into further details. I thank everyone for their attention and kindness and hope to get interesting responses.
 
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I would Google areas of Biophysics to get an overall view of the breadth and interest of this discipline. What does biophysics study? See where your interest might lie.
 

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