Speaker
Dr. Saikanth Ratnavale, Postdoctoral fellow (Math PhD), Geosystems Research Institute, Mississippi State University
Title
Mathematics Seminar Series
Subtitle
Optimal Control Strategies for Dengue Transmission: A Modeling Approach
Physical Location
Allen 411
Abstract:
Dengue is one of the most widespread mosquito-borne diseases, with four viral serotypes that can infect a person up to four times. Each infection provides lifelong immunity to one serotype and partial protection against the others, often leading to more severe symptoms upon reinfection. The disease imposes major public health and economic burdens, emphasizing the need for effective control strategies. In this study, I develop a framework to identify optimal vaccination and control rates that minimize new and severe dengue cases while reducing total costs. By exploring different combinations of vaccine efficacy and control measures, this work highlights the most efficient strategies for managing dengue transmission.
Note:
Contact Prof. Shantia Yarahmadian at syarahmadian@math.msstate.edu or (662) 325-7143 for additional information.