Getting Our Models Prepared for the Next Pandemic

The global landscape has been reshaped by the recent COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the critical importance of pandemic preparedness and effective modeling. This talk will delve into the essential steps required to enhance our predictive models and overall readiness for future pandemics. We will explore the lessons learned from the COVID-19 crisis, emphasizing the need to act now in order to mitigate future threats. Topics covered include data-driven modeling approaches, real-time surveillance, and collaborative efforts in research and response. Join us in this discussion to discover how we can better equip ourselves to face the challenges of the next pandemic! Speaker(s): Jing Huang Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/382553