An introduction to compartmental modeling for the budding infectious disease modeler

Authors

  • Julie C. Blackwood Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Williams College, Williamstown, Massachusetts Author
  • Lauren M.Childs Department of Mathematics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3904-3895 Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30707/LiB5.1Blackwood

Keywords:

Mathematical model, compartmental model, basic reproductive number, transmission

Abstract

Mathematical models are ubiquitous in the study of the transmission dynamics of infectious diseases, In particular, the classic 'susceptible-infectious-recovered' (SIR<) paradigm provides a modeling framework that can be adapted to describe the core transmission dynamics of a range of human and wildlife diseases. These models provide an important tool for uncovering the mechanisms generating observed disease dynamics, evaluating potential control strategies, and predicting future outbreaks. With ongoing advances in computational tools as well as access to disease incidence data, the use of such models continues to increase. Here, we provide a basic introduction to disease modeling that is primarily intended for individuals who are new to developing SIR-type models. In particular, we highlight several common issues encountered when structuring and analyzing these models.

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2018-12-14

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Education

How to Cite

An introduction to compartmental modeling for the budding infectious disease modeler. (2018). Letters in Biomathematics, 5(1), 195-221. https://doi.org/10.30707/LiB5.1Blackwood

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