Reductionistic and holistic science.
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A reductionistic approach to science, epitomized by molecular biology, is often contrasted with the holistic approach of systems biology. However, molecular biology and systems biology are actually interdependent and complementary ways in which to study and make sense of complex phenomena.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Infection and immunity
دوره 79 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011