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Mark Tanaka is a mathematical computational biologist at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in the School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences. His research focuses on microbial evolution, with major programs addressing the evolution of pathogens, mutation rates, antimicrobial resistance, and the interplay between microbes and their environments. Tanaka’s work utilizes mathematical models to analyze genetic data from pathogen isolates gathered through molecular epidemiology studies. He is also interested in human cultural evolution and its impact on disease dynamics. Tanaka has previously held positions such as Acting Head and Deputy Head of the School, and he actively contributes to the academic community as an editor for PLoS Computational Biology and Theoretical Population Biology. Tanaka received his BSc(Hons) in genetics from the University of Sydney and completed his PhD in mathematical biology at Stanford University. He has a significant record of research grants and has supervised PhD students.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Leading research in microbial evolution and mathematical modeling.
School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences • Sydney, Australia
Oversaw academic and administrative operations.
School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences • Sydney, Australia
Directed research initiatives within the school.
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