How can modeling responsibly inform decision-making in malaria?

When models are used to inform decision-making, both their strengths and limitations must be considered. Using malaria as an example, we explain how and why models are limited and offer guidance for ensuring a model is well-suited for its intended purpose.

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Main Authors: Jaline Gerardin, Melissa A Penny
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Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2025-01-01
Series:PLoS Biology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3002991
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