Computer Modelling for Nutritionists

Includes exercises in each chapter for the benefit of students or readers not familiar with computer modeling Provides case studies detailing the creation of models of biological processes Provides a number of worked examples and models for the reader's continued learning which is accompanied by a companion web site

Mark Mc Auley has over 15 years experience of applying computing to challenges in bioscience. Presently he is employed as a senior lecturer in chemical engineering at the University of Chester. He has published widely on the use of computer modelling in nutrition and uses computer modelling to both enhance and enrich the learning experience of the students that he teaches. He has taught computer modelling to individuals from a wide variety of levels and backgrounds from undergraduate nutrition students to PhD and medical students. This book draws on his wealth of experience to provide an intuitive step by step guide to the modelling process.

Introduction.- Building a computer model for nutrition research.- Model simulation and software.- Parameter optimisation and sensitivity analysis.- Modelling cholesterol metabolism and ageing.- Modelling Fatty acid metabolism.- Modelling Folate metabolism and DNA methylation.- Conclusions.