The Seminar Series on Infectious Disease Modeling is co-hosted by the Department of Environmental Health Science, Department of Epidemiology, and ICAP at Columbia Mailman School of Public Health. This seminar series features experts presenting the latest research in infectious disease modeling and epidemiology from various disciplines.
The seminar will be offered in a hybrid format, with both in-person and Zoom options. Attending over Zoom requires registration. Affiliates outside of Columbia are welcome to attend via Zoom.
This event is presented by Prof. Matthew Ferrari, The Pennsylvania State University.
Seminar Title: Modernizing strategies for measles and rubella in the era of elimination and resurgence
Abstract: Progress towards the goals of measles and rubella eradication has stalled, and even reversed, over recent years. In the decades since these viruses were common in the US, we have gained new understanding of the role of local epidemiology in their persistence in the face of global vaccination efforts. Comparative analyses across contemporary settings have highlighted both operational, policy, and epidemiological barriers to elimination and eradication. I will discuss current and evolving strategies for measles and rubella control in light of recent advances globally, despite backsliding locally.
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