Laurie L. Baker

Laurie L. Baker is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Bates College. Her expertise spans disease ecology, marine biology, and data science, with a focus on spatial and temporal patterns in human and biological systems, including disease spread, animal movement, and fisheries management. She holds a B.Sc. in Marine Biology from the University of St. Andrews, an M.Sc. in Marine Biology from Dalhousie University, and a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Glasgow.

• Education:
• B.Sc. Marine Biology, University of St. Andrews
• M.Sc. Marine Biology, Dalhousie University
• Ph.D. Epidemiology, University of Glasgow

Her research integrates novel data sources and spatial statistics to address complex ecological and public health challenges. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to inform decision-making in environmental and health sectors.

No specific articles, grants, or awards are listed in the provided text. Her professional activities include advising students and contributing to academic collaborations. She enjoys outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, and sailing in her free time.