Epidemiology Courses and Certifications

Fields Institute

Do No Harm - Terminology, Assumptions, and Interpretation of Epidemic Models in Communities Most Affected

Exploring ethical considerations in epidemic modeling, focusing on terminology, assumptions, and interpretation to avoid stigmatization and promote equitable public health responses.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fields Institute

SARA-CoV-2 Seroprevalence Studies for Immunity Modelling

Explore SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence studies, their impact on immunity modeling, and key considerations in data analysis and interpretation.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

3Blue1Brown

Simulating an Epidemic

Explore epidemic dynamics through toy SIR models, visualizing how various factors influence disease spread and containment strategies.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Recognizing and Treating Outbreaks in a Data-Rich World

Insightful exploration of using data and modern tools to detect and prevent disease outbreaks before they become widespread, offering a proactive approach to global health challenges.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Numberphile

The Coronavirus Curve

Explore the SIR Model used to predict COVID-19 spread with Ben Sparks. Learn about epidemic modeling through clear explanations and live coding, gaining insights into the mathematics behind pandemic forecasting.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Climate Change and Cholera: Seasonal Patterns and Global Impact

Explore the impact of climate change on cholera outbreaks, examining case studies from Mozambique, South Sudan, and Haiti to understand seasonal patterns and predict future trends.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

Norwegian Regional Stochastic Model of COVID-19 Epidemics

Explore Norway's stochastic SEIR model for COVID-19, including data collection, mobility tracking, and decision-making processes in public health management.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

Airborne Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and Protective Measures - Webinar

Explore SARS-CoV-2 airborne transmission, its impact on COVID-19 spread, and effective protection strategies. Learn about aerosols, WHO's stance, and misconceptions about transmission routes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

Epidemiology of COVID-19: Implications for Control

Explore COVID-19 epidemiology, data challenges, and control strategies with Harvard expert Marc Lipsitch. Gain insights on nowcasting, modeling, and key open questions in pandemic management.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Joint Mathematics Meetings

Learning from COVID-19 Data on Transmission, Health Outcomes, Interventions and Vaccination

Explore COVID-19 data analysis on transmission, outcomes, interventions, and vaccination with Harvard researcher Xihong Lin in this insightful lecture from the Joint Mathematics Meetings.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fields Institute

Identification of Potential Lyme Disease Cases Using Self-Reported Worldwide Tweets

Explore innovative methods for identifying potential Lyme disease cases through analysis of self-reported tweets, leveraging social media data for public health insights.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Hidden Patterns in Health and Medicine - Natural Experiments in Healthcare

Explore natural experiments in healthcare, revealing hidden patterns that impact medical outcomes and patient care. Gain insights into the unexpected forces shaping health and medicine.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Pandemics - Iowa and the World

Explore historical pandemics and their impact on Iowa and globally. Learn about epidemiology, public health responses, and lessons for future outbreaks from an experienced state epidemiologist.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fields Institute

Reproduction Numbers and Final Size Relations for Disease-Transmission Models

Explore mathematical models for disease transmission, focusing on reproduction numbers and final size relations in epidemiology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Transmission Dynamics of Influenza and SARS-CoV-2

Explore dynamic models for studying infectious diseases, focusing on influenza and SARS-CoV-2 transmission, meteorological factors, and forecasting techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video