Oxford Mathematician Explains SIR Disease Model for COVID-19

Explore the SIR model, one of the simplest disease models used to explain virus spread through populations, in this 25-minute educational video. Learn about the model's origins, underlying assumptions, and equation derivations before delving into three crucial questions: the likelihood of disease spread, maximum simultaneous infections, and total infection count. Examine these concepts in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak, understanding how lowering the 'contact ratio' through social distancing measures can reduce the disease's impact. Gain insights from an Oxford mathematician's explanation, with timestamps provided for key topics. Discover additional resources, including follow-up videos on Travelling Wave solutions and Incubation Time in the SIR model, as well as links to the presenter's website and social media profiles for further mathematical content.