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. 2017 Nov 23;18(1):223.
doi: 10.1186/s13059-017-1357-1.

Computational biologists: moving to the driver's seat

Itai Yanai  1 , Eva Chmielnicki  2
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Computational biologists: moving to the driver's seat

Itai Yanai et al. Genome Biol. .

Abstract

The recent shift of computational biologists from bioinformatics service providers to leaders of cutting-edge programs highlights the accompanying cultural and conceptual changes that should be implemented by funding bodies and academic institutions.

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