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Coping with complexity: lessons from the mathematical sciences

A A Schäffer¹

¹National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of Health, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA. schaffer@helix.nih.gov

|September 16, 1998

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This discussion explores five mathematical research paradigms applicable to understanding genetic susceptibility in complex diseases. It examines how these paradigms are currently utilized in complex disease genetics research.

Area of Science:

Mathematical Sciences
Genetics
Complex Disease Research

Background:

Genetic susceptibility to complex diseases remains a significant challenge.
Understanding the underlying mathematical principles is crucial for progress.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose five fundamental mathematical research paradigms relevant to complex disease genetics.
To stimulate discussion on the application of these paradigms in the field.

Main Methods:

Literature review and conceptual analysis of mathematical paradigms.
Discussion of their current and potential application in complex disease genetics.

Main Results:

Identification of five key mathematical research paradigms.

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Analysis of their current integration and gaps in complex disease genetics.

Conclusions:

Mathematical sciences offer valuable frameworks for investigating genetic susceptibility.
Further integration of these paradigms could advance complex disease genetics research.