Multi-Species Malaria Transmission Modelling to Inform Policy Decisions

Project Details

Most malaria cases are caused by two parasite species. While many countries with malaria have both species, decisions about treatment and control of malaria rely on data and mathematical models on one species. Working with policy makers, we have built a novel model that includes both species. This model will explore how species interact and determine how to allocate money on strategies that will maximise health benefits, ensuring that we reach malaria elimination as quickly as possible.

Project Duration

2023–2026

Researchers

A/Prof Angela Devine (Project Lead)

Funding

NHMRC Ideas Grant

Research Publications

Walker CR, Hickson RI, Chang E, Ngor P, Sovannaroth S, Simpson JA, Price DJ, McCaw JM, Price RN, Flegg J, Devine A. A model for malaria treatment evaluation in the presence of multiple species. Epidemics 2023; 44: 100687.