Abstract
There is some disagreement among ecologists over the usefulness of mathematical modelling. This is clearly demonstrated in this issue. Some contend that ecology, with its focus on dynamic interactions, cannot be understood without the assistance of mathematical modelling. Others maintain that mathematical modelling is not necessary in order to understand ecological processes. We hope this issue, with both views represented, will contribute to improve communication between the two schools and to expose strong and weak points of the various approaches. To some degree we, as editors of this issue, are in disagreement over the appropriateness of mathematical modelling in ecology. This disagreement, however, we find to be of great value when jointly trying to help improving communication. Over the last 10-15 years, we have worked together and discussed the use and misuse of mathematical modelling to achieve an improved understanding of microtine biology. We hope to be able to convey some of our joint appreciation of the various approaches in the comments below.
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