Mathematical modelling of inflammation and inflammatory diseases

Inflammation represents a physiological response of the immune system to external stimuli, such as injury or infection. It plays an important role in numerous diseases including atherosclerosis, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. In this lecture, we aim to model generic and disease-specific properties of inflammation, elucidating diverse phases of its manifestation, including normal inflammatory response and cytokine storm. Our discussion will delve into the genesis of fatty streaks, exploring their formation through the interplay of inflammation and the chemotaxis of macrophages, alongside other manifestations associated with inflammatory diseases.