Climate change, biodiversity loss, and the spread of infectious diseases are three major challenges for planetary health. We know from major reports such as the…
Mozzamil comes to the lab with an interest in understanding the forces driving spillover risks at ecosystem boundaries. He earned his Ph.D. in Natural Sciences (Mathematical…
As the planet warms, the behavior and distribution of mosquitoes is expected to change. But it’s not just about the mosquitoes; it’s also about the…
As infectious disease modelers, one of the greatest challenges we face is in accurately reflecting the complexities of transmission, particularly human behavior. Important factors we…
Kerri-Ann Anderson joins Drake Lab at the start of the new year in January 2024. She earned her Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from Vanderbilt University…
The Drake lab welcomes new members at all levels. Graduate Students At any given time, four to five students may call the Drake lab their…
Abdul Ali, Nicholas Adam, Kane Moser, and JP Schmidt have all joined the Drake lab at the start of the Fall 2023 semester. Abdul joins…
Natural disasters like hurricanes, droughts, and floods are becoming increasingly frequent and severe as a result of global climate change and human activities. Perhaps more…
The control and prediction of emerging pathogens are major challenges for the health and safety of the public, as they are among the most unpredictable…
Gabriel comes to the lab with a background in creative writing and Indigenous liberal studies from the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA). He is…