Mathematics of Malariology - The Renewed Quest for Eradication

This course aims to teach the mathematics behind the study of malariology, focusing on the renewed efforts for eradication. The learning outcomes include understanding vectorborne diseases, the life cycle of adult female mosquitoes, historical methods of malaria control, insecticide resistance, modeling complex adaptive systems, genetic epidemiology, and biological control. The course covers skills such as modeling, simulation, and data analysis. The teaching method involves presentations, detailed explanations, and simulations. The intended audience for this course includes students, researchers, and professionals interested in the intersection of mathematics and public health, specifically in the context of malaria eradication.