F75E Mathematical Modeling in Biology & Medicine (Zoom; OLLI @ ASU)
Zoom | Available (Membership Required)
This class explores how mathematics helps us uncover patterns and solve problems in medicine and biology. We’ll examine how mathematical modeling is used to study disease spread and the role of superspreaders, understand hospital-acquired infections, and track the evolution of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (superbugs). The talk will also delve into models of cancer growth and how concepts like fractals and recursion appear in biological systems. From predicting outbreaks to visualizing tumor development, math provides powerful tools for addressing some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare.
[PRESENTER] Julia (Iuliia) Inozemtseva is a Teaching Associate Professor at Arizona State University at the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences. She moved to Arizona and joined ASU in 2017. Julia grew up in Ukraine, in the beautiful city Odesa. Julia actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. She uses her international experience to support and advocate for women in STEM, as well as for ESL and International Students is the USA. As a proud Ukranian, Julia actively promotes Ukrainian culture and participates in many multicultural events in Arizona.
*This registration item is ZOOM ONLY; there is not an in-person section of this course. It is offered and run by The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Arizona State University.*