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The Influence of Human Behavior and Social Factors on the Spread of Infectious Diseases

Offered By: Fields Institute via YouTube

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Epidemiology Courses Sociology Courses Public Health Courses Game Theory Courses Human Behavior Courses Infectious Diseases Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the complex interplay between human behavior, social factors, and infectious disease spread in this 45-minute colloquium talk by Shigui Ruan from the University of Miami. Delve into topics such as social behavior, research fraud, anti-vaccine movements, game theory, and social inequality. Examine case studies including Rift Valley Fever and the Feast of Sacrifice, while considering the impact of socio-economic activities and psychological factors on disease transmission. Gain insights from simulations and a comprehensive analysis of circular psychological factors to better understand the multifaceted nature of public health challenges in the context of infectious diseases.

Syllabus

Introduction
Social Behavior
Research Fraud
AntiVaccine Movement
Florida
Nash Equilibrium
Game Theory
Social Inequality
Reef Valley Fever
Feast of Sacrifice
Social Economic Activities
Simulations
Summary
Psychological Factors
Circular Psychological Factor
Conclusion


Taught by

Fields Institute

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