I am Assistant Professor in Health Security and Infectious Diseases at the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge and a Fellow in Epidemiology of Downing College. My research focuses on outbreak science, pandemic preparedness, and health security, particularly in the context of complex systems shaped by socio-ecological vulnerability. I am especially interested in how converging global challenges—such as climate change, biodiversity loss, political instability, and violence—create fragile environments in which epidemic tipping points are more likely to occur.
My work explores novel approaches to measuring and understanding epidemic and pandemic risks through the integration of multimodal, high-dimensional data across the quantitative–qualitative divide. I combine interdisciplinary methodology with applied insight to inform more effective strategies for early detection and prevention of large-scale outbreaks.
Beyond my research, I have worked extensively across academic, governmental, and humanitarian contexts, including deployments with the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) and contributions to public health intelligence and emergency response in Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
I have a strong interest in interdisciplinary teaching and the development of educational programmes at the intersection of science, policy, and global risk.
I am particularly committed to fostering dialogue between disciplines and sectors to strengthen preparedness for infectious diseases-related global challenges. I also have a longstanding interest in the ethical and practical dimensions of field epidemiology, especially in resource-limited and crisis-affected settings.