This Friedman Seminar features Ross A. Hammond, Ph.D., speaking on the topic of "Applications of complex systems modeling in public health: Progress and Potential."
***Due to the proprietary nature of the research, this seminar will NOT be recorded or livestreamed***
Abstract
In this talk, Dr. Hammond will provide an overview and several current examples of the fast-growing application of complex systems modeling approaches to public health etiology, policy implementation, and intervention design. He will talk about important lessons learned, limitations and best practices, and future potential. The presentation will draw on several recent and active research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health, covering topics ranging from communicable disease to obesity and tobacco control and ranging from the community to the national level.
Bio
Ross A. Hammond is a Senior Fellow in Economic Studies at the Brookings Institution, where he is also Director of the Center on Social Dynamics and Policy. His primary area of expertise is modeling complex dynamics in economic, social, and public health systems using methods from complexity science. His current research topics include obesity etiology and prevention, food systems, tobacco control, behavioral epidemiology, health disparities, childhood literacy, crime, corruption, segregation, and decision-making. Hammond received his B.A. from Williams College and his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. He has authored numerous scientific articles in prominent journals such as Lancet, JAMA Pediatrics, American Journal of Public Health, PNAS, Evolution, and Journal of Conflict Resolution, and his work has been featured in The Atlantic Monthly, New Scientist, Salon, Scientific American, and major news media.