Event info

Date: Tuesday 16 September 2025, 12:00 - 13:00 (Japan time)

Speaker: Ada Yan (La Trobe University)

Title: Multi-species malaria modelling to improve policy and decision-making

Abstract:
Mathematical models of infectious disease can be used to predict the effects of different treatments and thus inform policymaking. I will present the problem of malaria treatment in South East Asia, where the population dynamics of infection are complex due to interactions between different species of malaria parasites. I will present the development of agent-based models to capture these interactions, and statistical inference methods for estimating model parameters, including likelihood-based and likelihood-free methods.

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This seminar series is a valuable opportunity for graduate students to get acquainted with the work of more experienced researchers in various mathematical fields. Undergraduate students are also welcome to join, as the talks are intended for non-experts, too. Regardless of your area of research, you can attend the seminar to expand your knowledge and get in touch with the latest developments in mathematics for industry.
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