Dr Rocio Caja Rivera
Role:
Modeller
Institution:
University of South Florida
Interests:
Research interest includes, bayesian calibration modeling, mathematical modeling the eco-epidemiology dynamics of vector-borne diseases (micro parasites and macro parasites) in multiple hosts, modeling zoonotic and anthroponotic diseases, vector feeding preferences for specific hosts and behavior of host competences.
Previous modelling experience:
Modelling has been performed in:
Africa, Asia, South America
Interested in scoping existing and potential capabilities:
American trypanosomiasis (Chagas), Cutaneous leishmaniasis, Lymphatic filariasis
Other capacities:
American trypanosomiasis (Chagas), Cutaneous leishmaniasis, Lymphatic filariasis
Modelling experience:
Within-host dynamics, Epidemiology and statistics, Transmission dynamics
Methodologies:
Differential equation models
Location: Tampa
About you:
I am a postdoctoral fellow in the Michael lab. I hold my bachelor degree in Mathematical Sciences at “Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos” in Lima, Peru. I got a fellowship from CONACYT-OEA-AMEXCID in Mexico to carry out my Doctoral research in “Control Policies and Vector Behavioral Effects in Vector Host Interactions with Novel Applications for Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in Peru. I obtained the Doctoral degree in Applied Mathematics from CIMAT (Research Center in Mathematics) in Guanajuato, Mexico.
Research interest includes, bayesian calibration modeling, mathematical modeling the eco-epidemiology dynamics of vector-borne diseases (micro parasites and macro parasites) in multiple hosts, modeling zoonotic and anthroponotic diseases, vector feeding preferences for specific hosts and behavior of host competences.