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Multiscale modelling of viral diseases of livestock

Reference	BBS/E/I/00001717
Principal Investigator / Supervisor	Dr Simon Gubbins
Co-Investigators / Co-Supervisors	Dr David Schley, Dr Anthony Wilson
Institution	The Pirbright Institute
Department	The Pirbright Institute Department
Funding type	Research
Value (£)	1,058,814
Status	Completed
Type	Institute Project
Start date	01/04/2012
End date	31/03/2017
Duration	59 months

Abstract

Biological processes occur at multiple scales, ranging from the molecular level to whole populations. Mathematical modelling provides a powerful tool for understanding these processes and for integrating them across scales. In this project we will develop mathematical models for the dynamics of viral diseases of livestock at a range of scales. In addition, we will develop appropriate statistical methodologies to estimate parameters and draw robust inferences about the underlying biological processes. Examples include: scaling from transmission experiments to spread of viruses within farms to spread at a regional level; characterizing the influence of antigen properties on the immune response in cattle; quantifying the risk of transmission from airborne spread and livestock movements; and investigating the mechanics of protein-induced viral-budding.

Summary

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Committee	Not funded via Committee
Research Topics	Animal Health, Immunology, Microbiology
Research Priority	X – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative	X - not in an Initiative
Funding Scheme	X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme

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