معرفی
Dr. Ian Anthony Forde is a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Appalachian State University. Born in Trinidad and Tobago, he has over 30 years of experience in education, with 14 years dedicated to teaching at the University of Trinidad and Tobago. His academic credentials include a B.A. in Mathematics, M.Sc. in Statistics, and Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of the West Indies, complemented by a Certificate in University Teaching from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
- B.A. in Mathematics, University of the West Indies
- M.Sc. in Statistics, University of the West Indies
- Ph.D. in Statistics, University of the West Indies
- Certificate in University Teaching, University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Dr. Forde’s research focuses on statistical modeling of public health challenges, particularly child mortality in low- and middle-income countries. His work combines demographic data analysis, frailty models, and meta-analysis to explore health disparities and risk factors.
Recent publications highlight his expertise in survival analysis and statistical modeling. He investigates neonatal and post-neonatal mortality trends in Afghanistan and Haiti, emphasizing time-dependent variables like breastfeeding and geographic residence as critical factors.
- Membership Status: Data Analyst with the Royal Statistical Society of London
