Spatial Epidemic Models

Spatial epidemic models are mathematical tools used to study how diseases spread across different locations. Unlike traditional models that consider populations as a whole, spatial models account for geographic factors, such as how people move or how dense populations are in certain areas. By simulating these dynamics, researchers can predict how an outbreak might progress through a region, identify hotspots, and evaluate the effects of interventions, such as vaccination or quarantines. Overall, these models help inform public health strategies to control and prevent disease spread.