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28873-01 - Lecture with practical courses: Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases (2 CP)
| Semester | spring semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every spring sem. |
| Lecturers |
Nakul Chitnis (nakul.chitnis@unibas.ch, Assessor)
Emilie Pothin (emilie.pothin@unibas.ch) |
| Content | Many infectious diseases are characterized by complex transmission dynamics, making it difficult to predict the effects of interventions. Mathematical models can assist in making such predictions and facilitate decision making for prevention and control. In this course, students receive an introduction to the principles of infectious disease modeling. The lecture requires an understanding of basic calculus and it will be necessary during the course to manipulate equations and implement them in software. The course is suitable for students interested in the general principles of pathogen modeling as well as those who intend to carry out projects in this area. |
| Learning objectives | To understand the differences between deterministic and stochastic models of transmission; the relationships between mathematical modeling and statistical analysis; and the relevance of these methods to different problems in infectious disease epidemiology. To understand the basic principles and applicability of mass action models of infectious disease transmission; the meaning of quantities measuring pathogen transmission, including the force of infection, basic reproductive number, and vectorial capacity, and their importance for disease control. To understand and learn to formulate simple compartment models and implement them in a computer package. |
| Comments | Methods: Lectures, extended exercises |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Tuesday | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 17.02.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 24.02.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Fasnachtsferien |
| Tuesday 03.03.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 1 |
| Tuesday 10.03.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 1 |
| Tuesday 17.03.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 5 |
| Tuesday 24.03.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Mikroskopie 3 |
| Tuesday 31.03.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 07.04.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 14.04.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 21.04.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 28.04.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 05.05.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 12.05.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 19.05.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Tuesday 26.05.2026 | 09.15-11.00 | Swiss TPH Neubau, Seminarraum 2 |
| Modules |
Doctorate Science Epidemiology: Recommendations (PhD subject: Epidemiology (Start of studies before 01.08.2025)) Module: Advances in Epidemiology, Statistics and Global & Public Health (Master's Studies: Epidemiology) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Assignments, presentation and attendance |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Schweizerisches Tropen- und Public Health-Institut |