Cellular Automaton Modeling of Biological Pattern Formation Characterization, Applications, and Analysis |
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| Author:
| Deutsch, Andreas
Dormann, Sabine |
| Series title: | Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technolo Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-281-14170-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2005 |
| Publisher: | Birkhäuser Boston
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $149.00 |
Book Description:
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This book focuses on a challenging application field of cellular automata: pattern formation in biological systems, such as the growth of microorganisms, dynamics of cellular tissue and tumors, and formation of pigment cell patterns. These phenomena, resulting from complex cellular interactions, cannot be deduced solely from experimental analysis, but can be more easily examined using mathematical models, in particular, cellular automaton models. While there are various books treating...
More DescriptionThis book focuses on a challenging application field of cellular automata: pattern formation in biological systems, such as the growth of microorganisms, dynamics of cellular tissue and tumors, and formation of pigment cell patterns. These phenomena, resulting from complex cellular interactions, cannot be deduced solely from experimental analysis, but can be more easily examined using mathematical models, in particular, cellular automaton models. While there are various books treating cellular automaton modeling, this interdisciplinary work is the first one covering biological applications. The book is divided into three parts: Part I deals with general principles, theories, and models of pattern formation; Part II examines cellular automaton modeling; and Part III explains various applications. The models and analytic techniques described may be extended to other exciting applications in biology, medicine, and immunology.