Computational Biology Integrating Biology and Computer Science for Modern Scientific Discovery

ZhengMing^1*, Lulu Chen²

¹Bio-Med Informatics Research Center & Clinical Research Center, Army Medical University, China

²Translational Health Sciences, University of Bristol, UK

*Corresponding Author

Zheng Ming, Bio-Med Informatics Research Center & Clinical Research Center, Army Medical University, China, E-mail: zheng@ming.cn

Abstract

Computational biology is an interdisciplinary field that merges the principles of computer science, mathematics, and biology to analyze and model complex biological systems. With the explosion of biological data generated by high throughput technologies like next-generation sequencing, computational biology has become essential in making sense of this information. This article explores the foundations, methodologies, and applications of computational biology, from genomics and proteomics to systems biology and drug discovery. It also discusses current challenges and future directions of the field as it continues to transform biological research and medical science.