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Bioinformatics in information science education. Sponsored by SIG BIO, SIG ED

✍ Scribed by Glynn Harmon; Eugene Garfield; Greg Paris; Gary Marchionini; Jody Fagan

Publisher: Wiley (John Wiley & Sons)
Year: 2005
Tongue: English
Weight: 176 KB
Volume: 39
Category: Article
ISSN: 0044-7870
DOI: 10.1002/meet.1450390176

No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.

✦ Synopsis

Abstract

To support the introduction of bioinformatics education into information science curricula, panel members and other participants will attempt to define briefly the nature and scope of bioinformatics and its significance for information science education. Discussions will also explore emerging opportunities for program graduates in bioinformatics research, professional practice, and enterprise.

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