Mathematical Modeling and Statistical Methods for Epidemiology
A special issue of Mathematics (ISSN 2227-7390). This special issue belongs to the section "D1: Probability and Statistics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2027 | Viewed by 42
Editor
Interests: mathematical modeling of infectious diseases; health informatics; epidemiology; data science
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
During the last decade, the field of epidemiology has experienced a significant surge, driven by factors like increasing global connectivity, emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, and the availability of increasingly detailed, multimodal health data. At present, effective public health responses rely heavily on robust analytical tools, such as mathematical models and statistical methods, to decipher disease dynamics, predict future trends, and provide evidence-based intervention policy support.
This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge advancements in mathematical modeling and statistical methods applied to understanding and controlling diseases and broader public health challenges. We seek to highlight innovative approaches, methodologies, and techniques that move beyond traditional modeling in epidemiology, incorporating modern statistical techniques, artificial intelligence/machine learning/deep learning (AI/ML/DL), and multimodal data streams. The topics of interest for publication include, but are not limited to: mechanistic modeling, network and agent-based modeling, Bayesian inference, advanced epidemic data analysis techniques, application of AI/ML/DL to disease modeling, detection, and prediction, modeling the impact of intervention policies (e.g., vaccination and non-pharmaceutical interventions), and the integration of ‘One Health’ approaches into epidemiological investigations. We welcome contributions that demonstrate methodological innovation, rigorous analysis, and a clear connection to real-world epidemiological problems.
Dr. Shi Chen
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- epidemic modeling
- mathematical modeling of infectious diseases
- health analytics
- statistical modeling and inference of epidemics
- advanced epidemic data analysis
- disease dynamics
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