title: Best practices in mathematical modeling.
abstract: Mathematical modeling is a vehicle that allows for explanation and prediction of natural phenomena. In this chapter we present guidelines and best practices for developing and implementing mathematical models, using cancer growth, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy modeling as examples.
authors.affiliation: Department of Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, CA, USA.
authors.forename: Lisette G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: de Pillis
authors.forename: Ami E
authors.initials: AE
authors.lastname: Radunskaya
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004358:Drug Therapy; D006801:Humans; D007167:Immunotherapy; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy