Publications
Mathematical modelling of Toxoplasma gondii transmission: a systematic review Institute of Tropical Medicine
Background: Toxoplasma gondii is a ubiquitous protozoan parasite that can infect virtually all warm-blooded animals. It is the causative agent of toxoplasmosis, a significant public health issue worldwide. Mathematical models are useful to study the transmission dynamics of T. gondii infection in different settings, and may be used to compare the effectiveness of prevention measures.
Methods: To obtain an overview of existing ...
The long lifespan and low turnover of human islet beta cells estimated by mathematical modelling of lipofuscin accumulation. Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Normative, positive and econometric mathematical programming as tools for incorporation of multifunctionality in agricultural policy modelling Research Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food
Quantification of plasma cell dynamics using mathematical modelling Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Plasma cells (PCs) are the main antibody-producing cells in humans. They are long-lived so that specific antibodies against either pathogens or vaccines are produced for decades. PC longevity is attributed to specific areas within the bone marrow micro-environment, the so-called 'niche', providing the cells with required growth and survival factors. With antigen encounters, e.g. infection or vaccination, new PCs are generated and home to the ...