Remy Hoek Spaans
About Remy Hoek Spaans
Remy Hoek Spaans is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, focusing on the epidemiology of malaria in Malawi. He has a diverse academic background and experience in statistical modeling related to infectious diseases.
Work at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Remy Hoek Spaans has been employed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center since 2022. In this role, he engages in advanced research utilizing computational resources to analyze complex data sets. His work focuses on the intersection of climate, environment, and infectious diseases, contributing to the center's mission of leveraging supercomputing for scientific advancements.
Education and Expertise
Remy Hoek Spaans holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Liverpool, which he completed from 2018 to 2022. He also earned a Master's degree in Control of Infectious Diseases from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine between 2014 and 2015. Additionally, he studied Global Health at Lancaster University and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, completing his undergraduate studies from 2010 to 2013.
Background
Remy Hoek Spaans has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to health sciences and research. His early career included positions as a Project Employee at Motivaction International and as a Teaching Assistant at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He also served as a Scientist/Statistician at the MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS in 2016, where he contributed to research efforts in Uganda.
Research Focus and Methodology
Remy Hoek Spaans focuses his research on the epidemiology of malaria in Malawi, particularly investigating the implementation of targeted indoor residual spraying. He utilizes routinely collected case data at varying spatial and temporal scales to study the climatological and environmental drivers of malaria. His expertise in developing statistical models in R plays a crucial role in exploring the links between climate, environment, and infectious diseases.
Previous Academic Roles
In addition to his research roles, Remy Hoek Spaans has experience in academic instruction. He worked as a Demonstrator at the University of Liverpool for two months in 2020, where he supported educational activities within the institution. His teaching experience complements his research background and enhances his contributions to the academic community.