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An analytical approach to solutions of master equations for stochastic nonlinear reactions

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In this paper we consider a class of nonlinear reactions which are important in stochastic reaction networks. We find the exact solution of the chemical master equation for a class of irreversible and reversible nonlinear reactions. We also present the explicit form of the equilibrium probability solution of the reactions. The results can be used for analyzing stochastic dynamics of important reactions such as binding/unbinding reaction and protein dimerization.

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  1. School of Technology Management and School of Mechanical and Advanced Materials Engineering, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), Ulsan Metropolitan City, 689-798, South Korea

    Chang Hyeong Lee & Pilwon Kim

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Lee, C.H., Kim, P. An analytical approach to solutions of master equations for stochastic nonlinear reactions. J Math Chem 50, 1550–1569 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10910-012-9988-7

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