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Stochastic phenomena in pattern formation for distributed nonlinear systems.

A P Kolinichenko¹, A N Pisarchik², L B Ryashko¹

¹Ural Federal University, Ekaterinburg, Russia.

Philosophical Transactions. Series A, Mathematical, Physical, and Engineering Sciences

|April 14, 2020

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This study explores pattern formation in population models, revealing multiple spatial structures under Turing instability. Random perturbations influence these patterns, leading to noise-induced generation and transformations.

Keywords:

Turing instability noise population dynamics self-organization

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Area of Science:

Mathematical Biology
Theoretical Ecology
Non-linear Dynamics

Background:

Population models with diffusion exhibit complex spatial patterns.
Turing instability is a key mechanism for pattern formation in reaction-diffusion systems.
Understanding stochastic effects is crucial for realistic biological modeling.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate pattern generation in a stochastic spatially extended population model.
To analyze the coexistence of multiple non-homogeneous spatial structures.
To examine the influence of random perturbations on pattern formation.

Main Methods:

Stochastic spatially extended population model with diffusion.
Analysis of transient pattern generation processes.
Numerical simulations and modality analysis for noise-induced phenomena.

Main Results:

Coexistence of multiple non-homogeneous spatial structures found in Turing unstable regions.
Detailed study of transient pattern generation dynamics.
Demonstration of noise-induced pattern generation and stochastic transformations.

Conclusions:

Stochasticity plays a significant role in pattern formation and transformation in population dynamics.
The model exhibits rich pattern dynamics influenced by diffusion and random perturbations.
Findings contribute to understanding pattern formation in soft and biological matters.