SIMID | Simulation Models of Infectious Disease
Integrating expertise to inform public health
By integrating expertise from diverse fields such as epidemiology, mathematics, computer science, and public health, we aim to develop accurate and impactful predictive models that inform public health policies and interventions.
Our mission is to empower stakeholders with evidence-based tools and strategies, ultimately striving to safeguard public health and promote resilience in the face of emerging infectious threats.
Explore our work
Dive into our research initiatives and explore the innovative approaches we're taking to understand and combat infectious diseases. From exploring new methodologies to analyzing real-world data, our research spans a wide range of topics and disciplines.
Latest updates
Code orange: infectious diseases on the rise
January 13, 2025
Recent data from Infectieradar.be confirm a notable rise in reported respiratory symptoms among participants. Interestingly, the number of doctor visits remains stable.
The enduring influence of vaccine hesitancy | NEW PAPER
November 14, 2024
The longer someone delays getting vaccinated, the less likely they are to get vaccinated at all. In our new study, we explore how this long-lasting vaccine hesitancy can impact how an epidemic unfolds
Infectieradar resumes data collection
September 25, 2024
Infectieradar has officially launched its fourth year of data collection, inviting citizens across the country to report weekly on their symptoms, or lack thereof, to help us model the spread of infectious diseases like influenza, RSV, and COVID-19.
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Training & Courses
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Research
Research
We work on different infectious diseases, using a variety of modelling approaches and data types.
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Dissemination & Awards
Publications
A list of the most recent publications on Google Scholar can be found here.
Awards
Philippe Beutels received t...