Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Award Date
1975
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Biology and Microbiology
Abstract
This research is an attempt to develop a computer simulation model that will be capable of illustrating the effect of various factors on the outcome of a simulated equine encephalitis epidemic. It is intended that through computer simulation techniques, I will become possible to better understand the factors that contribute to or reduce the magnitude gained of an encephalitis epidemic in horses. Subsequently, the knowledge gained by computer simulation could provide the groundwork for the development of a model that will be capable of projecting the likelihood of an epidemic based on mosquito populations and WEE infection rates as they become available during the summer equine encephalitis season.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Equine encephalomyelitis
Mosquitoes
Computer simulation
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
146
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Schryer, Richard Frank, "Computer Simulation of Western Equine Encephalitis Virus Transmission to Horses in South Dakota by the Culex Tarsalis Mosquito" (1975). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 4906.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/4906