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The 2019 mathematical oncology roadmap
Russell C Rockne1, Andrea Hawkins-Daarud, Kristin R Swanson
1Department of Computational and Quantitative Medicine, Division of Mathematical Oncology, City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, CA 91010, United States of America. Author to whom any correspondence should be addressed.
Physical Biology
|April 17, 2019
Summary
Mathematical Oncology uses mathematics to personalize cancer medicine. This approach aids in early detection, predicting therapy response, and creating adaptive treatment plans for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Mathematical Oncology
- Computational Biology
- Systems Biology
- Bioinformatics
Background:
- Mathematics is increasingly integral to cancer research, spanning theoretical studies to clinical trials.
- Mathematical Oncology encompasses diverse fields relying on mathematical methodologies.
- This field ranges from basic science to applied research in cancer.
Purpose of the Study:
- To differentiate Mathematical Oncology from related fields.
- To highlight specific research areas within Mathematical Oncology.
- To emphasize the role of mathematics in personalizing cancer medicine.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing patient-specific clinical data for modeling and simulation.
- Developing individualized screening and therapy response prediction models.
- Designing adaptive, patient-specific treatment strategies to combat resistance.
Main Results:
- Demonstrates the application of mathematical models in personalized cancer care.
- Facilitates earlier cancer detection through tailored screening strategies.
- Enables prediction of treatment efficacy and resistance, guiding adaptive therapies.
Conclusions:
- Mathematical Oncology is key to advancing personalized medicine in cancer research.
- Patient-specific data and mathematical modeling drive individualized cancer care.
- Establishing standards for model sharing and reproducibility is crucial for progress.
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