Researcher

My Expertise

Infectious disease; Epidemiology; Participatory surveillance; Health economics

 

 

 

Fields of Research (FoR)

Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Health Services, Health Economics

Biography

David applies his expertise in epidemiology and health economics to analyse large datasets and create models that address global infectious disease challenges. His research on HIV and viral hepatitis has been cited in clinical guidelines in Australia and internationally, improving the lives of people affected by these infections. Recently, his work has focused on preventing, detecting, and managing respiratory viruses and antimicrobial...view more

David applies his expertise in epidemiology and health economics to analyse large datasets and create models that address global infectious disease challenges. His research on HIV and viral hepatitis has been cited in clinical guidelines in Australia and internationally, improving the lives of people affected by these infections. Recently, his work has focused on preventing, detecting, and managing respiratory viruses and antimicrobial resistance. His research team uses data from surveillance systems, cohort studies, and clinical trials to study how respiratory viruses spread and evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of new public health measures. By collaborating with clinical, laboratory, and public health experts, David's goal is to create a world where respiratory infections are rare, rapidly diagnosed, and easily treated.


My Qualifications

B Biomed Sci (University of Newcastle), MSc Pharm (University of Newcastle), MSc Epidemiology (Utrecht University), PhD (UNSW)


My Research Activities

David is the research lead for FluTracking - the only surveillance tool in Australia for monitoring respiratory infection at a community level and a key component of the National Influenza Surveillance Program. He has published >80 peer-reviewed articles and been Chief Investigator on NHMRC and UK-MRC grants totalling >$7.1 million.

 

 


My Research Supervision


Areas of supervision

Infectious Diseases; Epidemiology; Health Economics

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Location

The Kirby Institute
Wallace Wurth Building
UNSW Sydney
NSW Australia 2052