Dr. Lisette de Pillis
Harvey Mudd College
Mathematical Medicine: Modeling Disease and Treatment
Abstract: Immune system dynamics have proven to play an
increasingly central role in the development of new treatment strategies for
immune-related diseases such as type 1 diabetes and certain cancers. The
critical importance of the immune system in fighting such diseases has been
verified clinically, as well as through mathematical models. Many open
questions remain, however, including what may lead to non-uniform patient
responses to treatments, and how to optimize and personalize therapy
strategies. Mathematical models can help to provide insights into the
mechanisms that may be influencing patient outcomes. In this talk, we
will present a sampling of mathematical models that help us to simulate immune
system interactions, disease dynamics, and treatment approaches that may slow,
or even stop, disease progression.
Wednesday, October 28th,
12:00—12:50 pm via Zoom
