Dr. Joshua Epstein

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Biography

Joshua Epstein is a Professor of Epidemiology at New York University School of Global Public Health and the founding Director of the NYU Agent-Based Modeling Laboratory. He previously held a position in Emergency Medicine at Johns Hopkins University as the Director of the Center for Advanced Modeling in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences. His background includes appointments in Economics, Applied Mathematics, International Health, and Biostatistics. Epstein is recognized for his pioneering work in the application of Agent-Based Modeling to study complex social dynamics and infectious diseases. His research has addressed various topics including urban disaster preparedness, contagious violence, and the emergence of social classes. He has authored several significant publications, including works on nonlinear dynamics, mathematical biology, and generative social science. Epstein holds a BA from Amherst College and a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has received numerous accolades including the NIH Director’s Pioneer Award in 2008 and an Honorary Doctorate of Science from Amherst College in 2010.

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Professor

— Present

NYU School of Global Public Health • New York, NY

Awards

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NIH Director’s Pioneer Award

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Honorary Doctorate of Science

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.