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Modeling the Virus Infection at the Population Level.
Cong Wu1, Xuemeng Fan1, Tong Tang1
1Institutes for Systems Genetics, Frontiers Science Center for Disease-Related Molecular Network, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
Fractional differential equations offer advantages for modeling virus infections. This study uses a Caputo fractional model and genetic algorithms for accurate population-level virus dynamics analysis and prediction.
Area of Science:
- Mathematical Biology
- Epidemiology
- Fractional Calculus
Background:
- Fractional differential equations provide superior modeling capabilities compared to classical integer order equations.
- Virus infection dynamics at the population level require sophisticated modeling approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a Caputo fractional order system for modeling population-level virus infection.
- To perform qualitative analysis and numerical modeling of the fractional virus infection model.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis: uniqueness, invariant set, and stability.
- Numerical modeling using the genetic algorithm to fit real data and predict future trends.
Main Results:
- The study presents a comprehensive qualitative analysis of the fractional virus infection model.
- The genetic algorithm successfully adjusted model parameters to fit real data and enable predictions.
Conclusions:
- Caputo fractional differential equations are effective for modeling virus infection dynamics.
- The combined qualitative and numerical approach provides robust insights for epidemiological studies.
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