Ross Andrews

Professor Ross Andrews is an Honorary Professor in the Department of Applied Epidemiology at the Australian National University (ANU). His research focuses on epidemiological studies of infectious diseases, particularly in vulnerable populations such as Indigenous communities, pregnant women, and children. He has contributed to projects addressing scabies, pneumococcal infections, and helminthiasis, emphasizing prevention strategies and public health interventions.

Andrews' work integrates mathematical modeling, systematic reviews, and longitudinal studies to evaluate disease dynamics and vaccination efficacy. Key areas include understanding the burden of infectious diseases in remote Australian Aboriginal communities and assessing the safety and impact of vaccines like influenza and pertussis during pregnancy. He also explores the role of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs in reducing helminth infections in Timor-Leste.

His research highlights interdisciplinary approaches to global health challenges, with publications in high-impact journals such as Mathematical Biosciences, Vaccine, and Clinical Infectious Diseases. Andrews collaborates extensively with international teams to translate findings into actionable public health policies.