Mathematical Models in Biological Discovery.

Abstract

Role of Mathematical Population Geneticists in the Evolutionary Synthesis of the 1930'S and 40'S -- Contributions of Enzyme Models -- Dynamic Models of the Mitotic Cycle: Evidence for a Limit Cycle Oscillator -- Mathematical Models for Morphogenesis -- Computer Simulation as a Means of Physiological Integration of Biochemical Systems -- How Models of Feedback Systems can Help the Practical Biologist -- Reality and Models: Difficulties Associated with Applying General Ecological Models to Specific Situations -- Biomathematical Models; Some Triumphs and Some Defeats -- Needs for the Future: Radically Different Types of Mathematical Models.