Tyler M. Sharp

Commander Tyler M. Sharp, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor Adjunct at the Yale School of Public Health, affiliated with the Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases department. He is an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), currently serving as CDC's liaison to the U.S. Department of Defense and Coast Guard.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Molecular Virology and Microbiology, Baylor College of Medicine (2010)
  • B.S. (Honors), Molecular Biology and Genetics, University of Guelph (2004)

Research Interests:
Dr. Sharp specializes in emerging infectious diseases, with a focus on dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and leptospirosis. His work spans vector-borne disease epidemiology, clinical pathogenesis, and public health interventions in tropical regions, particularly Puerto Rico and American Samoa.

Scientific Awards:

• Juan Carlos Finlay Award (2019) - National Award
• Bailey K. Ashford Medal (2018) - American Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

Publications & Professional Engagement:
Dr. Sharp has authored 29 peer-reviewed publications on dengue outbreak dynamics, Zika virus epidemiology, and mosquito-borne disease control. His work includes collaborations with institutions in Japan, Scotland, and the U.S. He has served in leadership roles during public health crises, including appointment as Chief of Medical Epidemiology at the White House Medical Unit (2020) and liaison to DoD (2024). Personal interests include international travel, SCUBA diving, and outdoor activities.