Gillespie algorithm

Also known as Stochastic simulation algorithm, SSA. This is the canonical page; those names redirect here.

Pairings in the atlas

Direct reaction samplingstandardStochastic chemical kinetics stochastic-simulation
Next-reaction methodspecialistStochastic simulation stochastic-simulation

Rivals: other methods for the same problems

Tau-leaping

Where it sits

stochastic-simulation · Probabilistic, Randomized & Simulation