- Complex Network Analysis
- Infectious Disease Dynamics Modelling
- Vaccination Uptake Modelling
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Associate Professor Mahendra Piraveenan is affiliated with the School of Computer Science at The University of Sydney. He holds a B.Eng (Hons) from the University of Adelaide and a Ph.D from the University of Sydney's School of Information Technologies. His research focuses on complex network analysis, vaccination strategy modelling, infectious disease dynamics, and the application of network science to biological, social, and technical systems. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in understanding how network structures influence systemic behavior. Notable research areas include optimizing vaccination programs to combat pandemics, modeling supply chain networks, and analyzing the robustness of complex systems. He has received the Lord Robert May Prize (2019-2020) for contributions to biological dynamics research. Piraveenan teaches courses on complex systems and supervises Higher Degree Research students. He collaborates internationally with institutions in India (National Institute of Epidemiology, Public Health Foundation of India, Shiv Nadar University) and Japan (Waseda University) on epidemic modeling and supply chain analysis. His research has been featured in outlets like Science Advances and IEEE Access. Key grants include a 2016 ARC Discovery Project on large-scale epidemic modeling. Media engagement includes discussions on herd immunity and pandemic response strategies.










