Regular biography
Jamie Lloyd-Smith is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Los Angeles. His research focuses on the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of infectious disease in animal and human populations, particularly at the animal-human interface where novel pathogens can emerge. He integrates theoretical models with empirical data to understand disease transmission and adaptation, applying these insights to develop effective control strategies. His work spans diverse systems, including leptospirosis in California sea lions, monkeypox in central Africa, and influenza in human populations. Lloyd-Smith's research has been published in leading journals such as Nature, Science, and eLife, and he teaches courses on ecology and evolutionary biology at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
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James Lloyd-Smith is a professor at UCLA Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, specializing in infectious disease dynamics, pathogen emergence, mathematical biology, population dynamics, and disease ecology. His research explores the ecological and evolutionary factors driving disease transmission, focusing on zoonotic spillover, superspreading events, and the role of wildlife in disease emergence. He has published extensively on topics such as the stability of SARS-CoV-2, the impact of vaccination on monkeypox, and the effectiveness of public health interventions. His work integrates mathematical modeling with ecological data to understand and predict infectious disease dynamics in both human and animal populations.