Co-Investigator, Research Project 2, MISM
Assoc. Professor in Mathematics, PSU
Jessica Conway, PhD, Co-Investigator, is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Biology at Pennsylvania State University, holding a Ph.D. from Northwestern University (2008) and affiliated with the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences. Her groundbreaking research focuses on mathematical modeling of viral dynamics, with particular expertise in HIV-1 infection, interactions with antiretroviral therapy, and complex viral life cycles. By applying sophisticated mathematical techniques to infectious disease research, Dr. Conway develops innovative analytical frameworks that provide critical insights into viral transmission, immune responses, and the intricate mechanisms of viral persistence. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges mathematics and biology, offering a nuanced understanding of how viruses interact with host systems and potential therapeutic strategies. Dr. Conway serves as Co-Investigator for MISM Research Project 2.