WG3 Expert Webinar on In silico skin model by Dr Roman Bauer

Webinar of 19th of May, 9h00 – 10h00 GMT

Agent-based computational modelling of biological tissue dynamics

Dr Roman Bauer (University of Surrey, UK)

Computational models of biological tissues are usually inherently complex due to the involvement of many different spatial and temporal scales. One widely used approach that addresses this issue is agent-based modelling (ABM). In ABM, individual cellular elements are modelled and simulated as autonomous entitites or “agents” that can communicate only with their immediate local neighbourhood. In this way, biological as well as physical processes are simulated, allowing the modeller to study their interactions. I will elaborate on the theoretical underpinnings of ABM, the state of the art and relevant tools. Along those lines, I’ll give an overview of the BioDynaMo software, its capabilities and example applications. Finally, I will reflect on ongoing developments and opportunities with regards to standardisation in ABM.