Malaria
Epidemiology
An estimated 90% of deaths caused by malaria occur in southern Africa. Dr Sangoro, from Ifakara Health Institute (Tanzania), will be developing mathematical models to simulate the impact of malaria transmission in this region. He aims to apply his findings to the control of infectious diseases.
Dr Sangoro’s work focuses on developing new tools to control the spread of malaria.
Previously, he has developed and tested the impact of interventions that prevent mosquito bites outdoors and in the early evening, in both Tanzania and southern Africa. Now, Dr Sangoro will be developing mathematical models to simulate the epidemiological impact of tools like untreated eave screens - basic mesh installed in roof edges without protective coatings - on malaria transmission.
He aims to develop the advanced skills needed for mathematical modelling and its application to the control of infectious diseases. Using data collected from past studies, he will develop models to simulate the impact of untreated eave screens in different ecological settings.
During the grant, Dr Sangoro will collaborate with Prof Thomas Churcher from Imperial College London, whose team has worked on similar modelling tools, to assess the impact of various malaria-controlling interventions. Dr Sangoro will undertake a training course in transmission dynamics mathematical modelling in infectious disease control.
The grant will provide Dr Sangoro with vital skills needed to help him achieve his future goals and proposed work in the same field.