我们在计算生物学和生物信息学领域的研究和培训方法以生物学为基本动力。一个重要方面涉及问题的提出，这是一个涉及生物学家和数学家之间合作的交互过程。提出问题后，解决方案通常会涉及统计数据和算法的混合。这就是为什么该小组与三个部门建立紧密联系的原因：数学，生物科学和计算机科学。这些系中的几个系以及凯克医学院都有联合任命。
Our approach to research and training in the Computational Biology and Bioinformatics area has biology as its essential motivation. An important aspect involves problem formulation, an interactive process that involves collaborations between biologists and mathematical scientists. Once a problem is formulated, the solution often involves a blend of statistics and algorithms. This is why the group has had close associations with three departments: Mathematics, Biological Sciences, and Computer Science. Several of the faculties have joint appointments in these departments, as well as in the Keck School of Medicine.