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Alexander Beams is a postdoctoral researcher in the MAGPIE group at Simon Fraser University, collaborating with Caroline Colijn and David Earn. His work focuses on epidemiological modeling, infectious disease dynamics, and mathematical approaches to public health challenges. He has taught courses in mathematics and biology at Simon Fraser University and the University of Utah, including Math 154 (Life Sciences) and statistics/calculus for biologists.
His research explores themes such as SARS-CoV-2 transmission variability, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, and pathogen population heterogeneity. Recent studies address questions like the seasonality of SARS-CoV-2 and the implications of intra-host strain competition for treatment strategies. He employs mathematical models to analyze real-world data, informing policy decisions on infection control and public health interventions.
Beams’ publications span topics in epidemiology, virology, and mathematical biology, with a focus on translating theoretical models into actionable insights for healthcare systems. His work emphasizes the importance of understanding underlying biological mechanisms to improve disease surveillance and outbreak management.
