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Quantifying uncertainty, variability and likelihood for ordinary differential equation models.

Andrea Y Weisse1, Richard H Middleton, Wilhelm Huisinga

  • 1Hamilton Institute, National University of Ireland, Maynooth, Co, Kildare, Ireland. andrea.weisse@ed.ac.uk

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This study introduces a novel method for analyzing uncertainty in ordinary differential equation (ODE) models. The approach efficiently tracks probability density evolution, offering advantages over traditional techniques for biological systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Computational Biology
  • Mathematical Modeling
  • Systems Biology

Background:

  • Ordinary differential equation (ODE) models often face uncertainty in initial conditions and parameters.
  • This uncertainty and variability can be mathematically described using probability density functions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel, efficient method for quantifying uncertainty and variability in ODE models.
  • To highlight the advantages of this method for biological systems analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes the method of characteristics to solve the partial differential equation governing probability density evolution.
  • Extends the original ODE model with an additional dimension to track density values.

Main Results:

  • The method provides direct access to the probability density function's value over time.
  • Offers significant advantages over Monte Carlo methods, especially for low-probability regions.
  • Demonstrates performance and accuracy through illustrative examples.

Conclusions:

  • The method of characteristics offers an underutilized yet powerful approach for studying biological systems.
  • This technique provides a more efficient and accurate way to analyze uncertainty in ODE models within biology.