Daniel Coombs

Daniel Coombs is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of British Columbia, where he has held a faculty position since joining in 2003.

His academic background includes:

• PhD from the University of Arizona (2001)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratories (2001-2003)

Dr. Coombs' research centers on computational immunology, applying advanced mathematical modeling to biological systems. His work specifically investigates viral disease dynamics, HIV pathogenesis, and receptor mobility on cell surfaces. He pioneered innovative single particle tracking algorithms that significantly enhanced experimental data interpretation in cell biology, demonstrating exceptional interdisciplinary impact.

His scientific recognition includes:

• CAIMS/PIMS Early Career Award (2010) for creativity, productivity, and growing influence in applied mathematics to biological problems

Additional professional service encompasses committee roles for CAIMS, including the Arthur Beaumont Award Committee and CAIMS-PIMS Early Career Award Committee (2014).