Research Projects
Surrogate Assisted Agent Based Modelling of Epidemics
There is a pressing need to rapidly simulate accurate complex conceptual models (Agent-based Models) for the spread of an epidemic within a population. Accurate agent-based models allow for thorough scenario planning allowing on to simulate the impact of extensive external factors. This research…
SAPRIN Covid-19 Surveillance
A coordinated system of disease surveillance will be critical to effectively control the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. Such systems enable rapid detection and mapping of epidemics and inform allocation of scarce prevention and intervention resources. Although many lower- and middle-…
Measuring Social Contact in Rural KwaZulu-Natal during the Covid-19 Epidemic
We aim to identify the impact of government regulations for COVID-19 on social interaction and behaviour. To achieve this we will interview 400 residents of the Africa Health Research Institute Population Intervention Platform area in northern KwaZulu-Natal. These interviews will be repeated every…
An assessment of COVID-19 health education and information dissemination platforms in rural KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
In South Africa, several measures have been taken by government to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Interventions implemented include, community education, establishing lab testing capacity, social distancing, promoting regular handwashing, closure of schools and a ban on mass gathering…