PeerJ Computer Science (Jul 2023)

Epidemic monitoring in real-time based on dynamic grid search and Monte Carlo numerical simulation algorithm

  • Xin Chen,
  • Huijun Ning,
  • Liuwang Guo,
  • Dongming Diao,
  • Xinru Zhou,
  • Xiaoliang Zhang

DOI
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj-cs.1479
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9
p. e1479

Abstract

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Building upon the foundational principles of the grid search algorithm and Monte Carlo numerical simulation, this article introduces an innovative epidemic monitoring and prevention plan. The plan offers the capability to accurately identify the sources of infectious diseases and predict the final scale and duration of the epidemic. The proposed plan is implemented in schools and society, utilizing computer simulation analysis. Through this analysis, the plan enables precise localization of infection sources for various demographic groups, with an error rate of less than 3%. Additionally, the plan allows for the estimation of the epidemic cycle duration, which typically spans around 14 days. Notably, higher population density enhances fault tolerance and prediction accuracy, resulting in smaller errors and more reliable simulation outcomes. Overall, this study provides highly valuable theoretical guidance for effective epidemic prevention and control efforts.

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