Data
Science
Unit
Transforming diverse datasets into meaningful insights that support research, outbreak response, and public health planning.
What the Unit Does
The Data Science Unit acts as the analytical backbone of CERI. By integrating data from genomics, lab systems, field studies, and health partners, the team delivers insights that power rapid and accurate responses to emerging health threats.
Their work spans data engineering, statistical analysis, algorithm development, and the creation of dashboards and visualizations that communicate complex findings with clarity — ensuring that science translates directly into public health action.
Data Engineering
Building robust data pipelines that ingest, clean, and integrate information from genomics, lab systems, field studies, and health partners.
Statistical Analysis
Rigorous statistical frameworks to identify patterns and correlations in complex epidemiological and genomic datasets.
Machine Learning
ML-based approaches to detect trends, model disease dynamics, and guide evidence-based decision-making during outbreaks.
Genomics Integration
Linking genomic sequence data with epidemiological, clinical, and environmental sources for comprehensive surveillance.
Dashboard & Visualization
Creating interactive dashboards and visualizations that communicate complex findings with clarity to diverse stakeholders.
Algorithm Development
Designing novel computational algorithms tailored to the unique challenges of epidemic response and public health planning.
Data Science Team
Publications
Nature Methods 23:653-662
Nature Ecology & Evolution 10:610-610
Emerging Microbes & Infections
Nature Communications 28;16(1):4937. doi: 10.1038/s41467-025-60081-0
Emerging Infectious Diseases 31(6):. doi: 10.3201/eid3106.240930.
medRxiv doi: 10.1101/2025.02.28.25323068.
medRxiv doi: 10.1101/2025.03.03.25323296.
Microbiology Spectrum doi: 10.1128/spectrum.01466-24.
News
mail and guardian
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CLIMADE
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