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Analysis of a time-delayed mathematical model for tumour growth with an almost periodic supply of external nutrients

Shihe XuSchool of Mathematics and Statistics, Zhaoqing University, Zhaoqing, People's Republic of ChinaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Meng BaiSchool of Mathematics and Statistics, Zhaoqing University, Zhaoqing, People's Republic of ChinaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Fangwei ZhangCollege of Transport and Communications, Shanghai Maritime University, Shanghai, People's Republic of ChinaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Pages 504-520 | Received 14 May 2016, Accepted 11 Sep 2017, Published online: 25 Oct 2017

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