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Important questions in Computational Biology

Unit-1: Cell Biology and Genetics


1. Cell Theory and Organelles: Explain the principles of the cell theory and discuss the significance of its
discoveries in the field of biology. Describe the structure and functions of major cell organelles, highlighting
their roles in maintaining cellular homeostasis.
2. Cell Division and Tissue Differentiation: Explore the processes of cell replication and division. How do these
processes contribute to tissue differentiation in multicellular organisms? Discuss the importance of maintaining
a balance in cell division for overall organism health.
3. Stem Cells and Applications: Elaborate on the concept of stem cells and their potential applications in
medical science. Discuss the ethical considerations associated with the use of stem cells and the ground-
breaking advancements in treating diseases through stem cell research.
4. Genetic Algorithms: Explain the principles of genetic algorithms in the context of biological systems. How
can genetic algorithms be applied to study and solve complex biological problems? Discuss the advantages and
challenges associated with using genetic algorithms in biology.
Unit-2: Basics in Biochemistry
5. Structure and Functions of Biomolecules: Provide a detailed overview of the structure and functions of
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, DNA, RNA, and hormones. Explain how each biomolecule contributes
to the proper functioning of living organisms.
6. Human Genome Project and Genomics: Discuss the significance of the Human Genome Project and its
impact on genomics. How has genomics advanced our understanding of genetic information, and what are the
implications for personalized medicine?
Unit-3: Structural Biology
7. Protein Synthesis and Structure: Explain the process of protein synthesis and delve into the secondary
structure of proteins. Discuss the relationship between protein structure and function, and how advancements
in structural biology have contributed to our understanding of complex protein interactions.
8. Structural Databases and Visualization Tools: Explore the role of structural databases and visualization
tools in structural biology. How do these tools aid researchers in studying and understanding the three-
dimensional structures of biological macromolecules?
Unit-4: Neurobiology
9. Neurons and Neural Networks: Provide a comprehensive overview of the basics of neurons and glial cells.
Discuss the structure and functions of the brain, highlighting the key components. Compare and contrast
artificial neural networks with biological neural networks, emphasizing their respective concepts and
differences.
10. Applications of ANN and Machine Learning in Biology: Explore the applications of artificial neural
networks, machine learning, and data mining in the field of biology. How do these technologies contribute to
advancements in understanding complex biological systems and analysing large-scale biological data?
Unit-5: Immunobiology
11. Elements of the Immune System and Immunity: Describe the essential elements of the immune system
and distinguish between active and passive immunity. Discuss the mechanisms through which the immune
system defends the body against pathogens.
12. Immuno-informatics and Epitope Prediction: Explore the field of immune-informatics and its role in
epitope prediction. How do computational tools assist in predicting potential epitopes for vaccine development?
Discuss the challenges and future prospects of immune-informatics in the field of immunobiology.

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