Mathematical modelling for improved planning of infectious diseases control policy [ 2005 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Raina Macintyre (Principal investigator) ,  E/Pr Graham Brown ,  Prof Aileen Plant ,  Prof Matthew Law ,  Prof Niels Becker
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Brief description We will develop high-level technical capacity in mathematical modeling of infectious disease transmission and control in Australia, with a focus on research that informs health policy. The aim is to assist Australia to have efficient and effective control strategies and help to prepare us against the threat of emerging infections. Priority areas are vaccination programs, HIV-AIDS, emerging infections and bio-terrorism. Six talented young researchers will be trained by the lead applicant team. Together, we will develop a prominent and experienced research team capable of sustaining international quality research into the future. Their work will meet immediate, existing policy needs at state, national and global levels. The program includes the establishment of a Network of Infectious Diseases Modellers of Australia (NIDMA) as a research resource of national expertise, peer support and a means of ongoing communication and collaboration in infectious diseases control. The critical mass of modeling expertise that we create will be sustainable long-term, and will expand to support research concerned with chronic and other non-infectious diseases after the lifetime of the grant.

Funding Amount $AUD 2,750,000.00

Funding Scheme Capacity

Notes Population Health Capacity Building Grant