The chief goal in this textbook is to show you how calculus relates to biology and provide you with a sound knowledge of mathematics and an understanding of the importance of mathematical arguments Equally important you will also come away with a clear understanding of how these mathematical concepts and techniques are central in the life sciences The text motivates and illustrates the topics of calculus with examples drawn from many areas of biology including genetics biomechanics medicine pharmacology physiology ecology epidemiology and evolution to name a few Particular attention has been paid to ensuring that all applications of the mathematics are genuine and references to the primary biological literature for many of these has been provided so that you can explore the applications in greater depth The chief goal in this textbook is to show you how calculus relates to biology and provide you with a sound knowledge of mathematics and an understanding of the importance of mathematical arguments Equally important you will also come away with a clear understanding of how these mathematical concepts and techniques ...are central in the life sciences The text motivates and illustrates the topics of calculus with examples drawn from many areas of biology including genetics biomechanics medicine pharmacology physiology ecology epidemiology and evolution to name a few Particular attention has been paid to ensuring that all applications of the mathematics are genuine and references to the primary biological literature for many of these has been provided so that you can explore the applications in greater depth