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Dr. Jessica Clark is a Research Fellow in Infectious Disease Ecology at the University of Glasgow. Her work focuses on epidemiological modeling, host-parasite interactions, and the control of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). She collaborates extensively on projects addressing Schistosoma infections, lymphatic filariasis, and zoonotic diseases, emphasizing policy-relevant solutions for sustainable disease elimination.
Her research integrates mathematical modeling with field data to assess surveillance strategies, treatment efficacy, and healthcare access disparities. Notable contributions include developing tools like PRAGMATIST for optimizing vaccine antigen prioritization and analyzing gender disparities in schistosomiasis prevalence. She has received grants from the Wellcome Trust and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for projects like 'Impact of Human Travel on Schistosomiasis Persistence' and the NTD Modelling Consortium.
Key areas of expertise include:
- Epidemiological modeling of NTDs (e.g., schistosomiasis, lymphatic filariasis)
- Zoonotic disease transmission dynamics
- Health system strengthening through evidence-based policy
Her recent work highlights innovative approaches to reconcile diagnostic methods (e.g., egg vs. antigen-based testing) and address surveillance biases in low-resource settings.
