Precision epidemiology for emerging pathogens
Targeted public health interventions require a precise understanding of infectious disease epidemiology.
Our recent work has shown how tools such as the NHS COVID-19 app can be seen as effective measurement tools for
precision epidemiology.
Supported by the SIMBAD consortium.
Digital pandemic preparedness
We have an extensive expertise in contact-tracing apps and more generally in epidemic apps,
such as the NHS COVID-19 App deployed in England and Wales. Our aim is to design and plan for future apps and digital tools.
Programme supported by the
Oxford Martin School.
Vaccine trial modelling
Modelling and designing future vaccine trials is a key resource for the 100 Days Mission for epidemic preparedness.
We are involved in the PRESTO project (PREpare using Simulated Trial Optimisation) supported by CEPI.
HIV epidemiology and evolution
We aim at understanding the determinants of HIV transmission, as well as its evolution. Research within the PANGEA consortium.
Genomics and evolution
We are interested in the genomics, phylogenetics and evolution of SARS-CoV-2 and HIV, but also in other human pathogens such as influenza A/B, as well as animal pathogens such as ASFV.
Supported by the SIMBAD consortium.
Modelling, Big Data and society
From complex networks to human interactions.
We are currently analysing large-scale proxemic data to understand the spatial dynamics of human interactions.
We are also developing statistical approaches for the calibration
of signal strength of Bluetooth Low Energy exchanges between phones as a proxy for their physical distance.