Mathematical Model for Disease Prediction.
Abstract
The work described in the present report centered about creation of geophysical and medical observations concerning Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in the western United States. Two mathematical model systems were produced and tested. Both the Qualitative and the Quantitative models were demonstrated to be fully capable of predicting the occurrence of the disease, as tested against actual disease observations. In both cases a county 'grid system' was used. In addition, certain exploratory studies were initiated, pointing towards possible new directions for follow-on studies. These dealt specifically with observation of schistosomiasis and the geophysical environment of Puerto Rico, and also in more general terms dealt with evaluation of the needs for special and/or new computer support for Army personnel who carry forward similar studies in the future. These exploratory studies are presented in the final section.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA016097
Entities
People
- Donald A. B. Lindberg
- Jian K. Chang
- Samuel J. Dwyer Iii
Organizations
- University of Missouri