Collaboration between engineering and medical sciences on Biosimulation

Abstract

It is strongly awaited to integrate biological research findings into mathematical models for understanding the dynamic mechanisms underlying the homeostasis of the internal environment. In my research area, a variety of mathematical models of the cardiac functions have been extensively developed at different levels from cells to organs or even up to system levels. Such models are useful in predicting biological responses of the cardiac tissue to various pathophysiological interventions, the drug effects, and developing a new strategy for disease treatment. To further develop this line of research, it is essential to encourage collaborations among mathematical, engineering and medical sciences researchers. This symposium aims at promoting mutual understanding and collaborations among different disciplines and related scientists.