Studying What are the prerequisites before studying biophysics textbooks?

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To prepare for studying biophysics, a foundational understanding of key biology and chemistry concepts is essential. Recommended topics in biology include cell structure and function, molecular biology, and basic genetics, as these areas provide insight into the biological systems that biophysics examines. In chemistry, a grasp of general chemistry principles, including chemical bonding, thermodynamics, and kinetics, is crucial, along with an introduction to organic chemistry to understand biomolecules. Reviewing course outlines from introductory biophysics programs at universities can offer valuable guidance on prerequisite knowledge and help identify specific areas to focus on before diving into biophysics literature.
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I'm interested in biophysics but I don't know much biology or chemistry to begin with, yet I know a good bit of math and physics. What topics in biology and chemistry should I cover before reading a book on biophysics?
 
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Maybe look at the course outlines for introductory biophys courses at a few universities and see what the prerequisite requirements are.
 

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