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Mathematical Modeling of Cancer Systems
| What | Meeting |
|---|---|
| When |
2010-10-20 18:00
to 2010-10-22 15:00 |
| Where | UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA |
| Contact Name | Betty Tarnowski |
| Contact Email | tarnowsb@mail.nih.gov |
| Contact Phone | 301-496-8636 |
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This workshop is designed to bring together experts in the field of mathematical modeling to discuss modeling applications in cancer systems biology. Systems biology employs a comprehensive exploration of biology attempting to understand the various components and interactions important in biology and specifically cancer. One of the most important tools in the study of cancer systems biology is mathematical modeling which allows for the analysis of large multi-dimensional data sets. These models can be very useful in making predictions of parameters needed to be measured, predictions of potential outcome of a process, and general theoretical insights into the underlying biology. The Integrative Cancer Biology Program (ICBP) supports Centers for Cancer Systems Biology (CCSB) charged with the development and application of these in silico tools. This 2.5 day workshop will explore the various types of mathematical and computational methods used by the centers to create their models and explore areas of shared interest and insight between the approaches taken by the different centers. Attendees will include 2 representatives from each of the 12 centers along with outside speakers as well as NCI - ICBP staff. Because of the diversity of modeling and biology within the centers, the workshop will be structured to be both educational and collaborative. Selected topics will include: Advances in Biological Mathematical Modeling, Applications of Modeling in Cancer Research, Challenges and Needs in the Field, novel mathematical methods under development, applications of methods developed in other fields as applied to cancer questions, and collaborations.
