Outreach Conference to Increase Diversity in Mathematical Modeling & Public Health
March 29-30, 2015 | Boston, MA
Deadlines: Jan 16, 2015 (early decision) Feb 13, 2015 (final deadline)
This 1.5 day conference is for undergraduate & post-baccalaureate students from under-represented groups who have an interest in public health & mathematical modeling. Strong candidates have a background in quantitative sciences.
This year's program for the conference features scientific talks from researchers from the CCDD and MIDAS network, professional development sessions, a journal club, and more.
The program covers costs for travel, meals, and lodging. Students are responsible for their own ground transportation (subway fare/taxis)
Summer Program in Epidemiology
June 15 - July 10, 2015 | Boston, MA
Applications due March 1, 2015
The four week Summer Program in Epidemiology for undergraduates (and students entering postbaccalaureate programs) integrates mathematics and quantitative methods to provide students with an understanding of the skills and processes necessary to pursue a career in public health.
The summer program curriculum consists of three parts: introductory coursework in epidemiology and biostatistics; formal lectures, which are provided by faculty members with different foci in epidemiology; and a group research project. To select a project with a mathematical modeling focus, please select "Infectious Disease (including mathematical modeling)" when asked to choose your area of interest in Epidemiology within the application.
About the Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics
The Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics at the Harvard School of Public Health is at the forefront of research, public policy, outreach and education in the field of infectious disease modeling. We are housed in the Harvard School of Public Health's Epidemiology Department in Boston, MA. The Center works to foster the development of students, new investigators, and emerging scientists in the field of infectious disease modeling through education, mentoring, and financial support. We are especially focused on supporting students & scientists from under-represented groups.
The program covers costs for travel and lodging and provides accepted students with a salary.
Program Contact: Melanie Larsen, Outreach Manager
