Mathematical modeling in perspective of vector-borne viral infections: a review

Beni Suef Univ J Basic Appl Sci. 2022;11(1):102. doi: 10.1186/s43088-022-00282-4. Epub 2022 Aug 19.

Abstract

Background: Viral diseases are highly widespread infections caused by viruses. These viruses are passing from one human to other humans through a certain medium. The medium might be mosquito, animal, reservoir and food, etc. Here, the population of both human and mosquito vectors are important.

Main body of the abstract: The main objectives are here to introduce the historical perspective of mathematical modeling, enable the mathematical modeler to understand the basic mathematical theory behind this and present a systematic review on mathematical modeling for four vector-borne viral diseases using the deterministic approach. Furthermore, we also introduced other mathematical techniques to deal with vector-borne diseases. Mathematical models could help forecast the infectious population of humans and vectors during the outbreak.

Short conclusion: This study will be helpful for mathematical modelers in vector-borne diseases and ready-made material in the review for future advancement in the subject. This study will not only benefit vector-borne conditions but will enable ideas for other illnesses.

Keywords: Basic reproduction number; Mathematical Modeling; SIR model; Vector-borne disease.

Publication types

  • Review