Edward H. Kaplan
Regular biography
Edward H. Kaplan is a Professor of Operations Research at Yale University's School of Management. His research spans counter-terrorism, decision-making, operations, operations research, policy modeling, public health, and sports analytics. Professor Kaplan's work has been featured in major media outlets, including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. He has received numerous awards, including the Lanchester Prize and the Edelman Award, and is an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering and the Institute of Medicine. His current research focuses on applying operations research to counterterrorism and homeland security.
Scholar-generated biography
Edward H Kaplan is a William N and Marie A Beach Professor of Operations Research, Public Health and Engineering at Yale. His research focuses on operations research, applied probability, terrorism, and public health. He applies mathematical modeling and statistical methods to address complex issues in public health, such as HIV transmission, SARS-CoV-2 dynamics, and bioterror response. His work also explores emergency preparedness, including scenarios for smallpox and anthrax attacks. Kaplan's research integrates operations research with public health challenges, emphasizing the use of probabilistic models and data-driven analysis to inform policy and practice.