Mathematical Epidemiologist with a background in both plant and animal systems. Initially working with crop growth and disease models then diversifying into animal systems. Developed and led a programme of modelling work to investigate the dynamics of livestock disease and efficacy of control policies in the UK with a particular focus on understanding the impact of animal movement on spatial spread of farm animal diseases. Supervised PhD, MSc and undergraduate projects. Contributed to international disease modelling programmes on transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs) through an EU collaborations and work with Massey University, New Zealand. Extensive experience in using mathematical modelling applications for mitigating threat to tree biosecurity with collaborators in the UK and North America, exploring dynamics and predicting distribution ranges of invasive tree pests and pathogens.
