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Physics in Biology and Medicine
Overview
A best-selling resource now in its fifth edition, Physics in Biology and Medicine by Paul Davidovits provides a high-quality and highly relevant physics grounding for students working toward careers in the medical and related professions. The text does not assume a prior background in physics, but provides it as required. It discusses biological systems that can be analyzed quantitatively and demonstrates how advances in the life sciences have been aided by the knowledge of physical or engineering analysis techniques, with applications, practice, and illustrations throughout.
New Material and Developments
Physics in Biology and Medicine, Fifth Edition, includes new material and exercises on many exciting developments since the prior edition, such as biomechanics of joint replacement; biotribology and frictional properties of biological materials like saliva, hair, and skin; 3-D printing in medicine; new materials in dentistry; microfluidics; health, fractals, and thermodynamics; bioelectronic medicine; microsensors; role of myelin in learning; cryoelectron microscopy; clinical uses of sound; and health impacts of nanoparticles in polluted air.
Features and Benefits
This revised edition offers a concise and engaging introduction to the role and importance of physics in biology and medicine. It is ideal for courses in biophysics, medical physics, and related subjects. It provides practical information and techniques for applying physics to living systems, presents material straightforwardly with minimal prior knowledge required, and includes many figures, examples, illustrative problems, and appendices covering mechanics, electricity, and optics. Additionally, it features an Instructor Solutions Manual and Powerpoints. Qualified professors can register to request access here: https://educate.elsevier.com/book/details/9780128137161. Powerpoints are also available for student study: https://www.elsevier.com/books-and-journals/book-companion/9780128137161.
