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I am a department-funded postdoctoral associate in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Mississippi State University, where I teach one course per semester (3 credit hours) and independently pursue my research interests in mathematical biology. I am also an affiliate member of National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB) in Chicago. My research is supported in part by AMS-Simons Travel Grant (2026-2028).
I earned my PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Maryland, College Park, in May 2024 under the supervision of Dr. Abba Gumel. From 2024 to 2026, I was a postdoc at Northeastern University.
My Erdős number is 3. My first paper gave me an Erdős number of 4, and my second paper bumped it to 3.
Research at a Glance
My research focuses on the intersection of mathematics and biology. My work involves utilizing mathematical theory, data analytics, and computational methods to gain insight into the transmission dynamics and control of emerging and re‑emerging infectious diseases of public health importance. My three major ongoing research areas are: (i) incorporating human behavior into mathematical models, (ii) structural identifiability, observability, and uncertainty quantification of epidemiological models, and (iii) using models to gain mathematical insight into the transgenic fungus's ability to control malaria mosquitoes. Read more about these three areas in the research tab of this website.
I am a department-funded postdoctoral associate in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Mississippi State University, where I teach one course per semester (3 credit hours) and independently pursue my research interests in mathematical biology. I am also an affiliate member of National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB) in Chicago. My research is supported in part by AMS-Simons Travel Grant (2026-2028).
I earned my PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Maryland, College Park, in May 2024 under the supervision of Dr. Abba Gumel. From 2024 to 2026, I was a postdoc at Northeastern University.
My Erdős number is 3. My first paper gave me an Erdős number of 4, and my second paper bumped it to 3.
Research at a Glance
My research focuses on the intersection of mathematics and biology. My work involves utilizing mathematical theory, data analytics, and computational methods to gain insight into the transmission dynamics and control of emerging and re‑emerging infectious diseases of public health importance. My three major ongoing research areas are: (i) incorporating human behavior into mathematical models, (ii) structural identifiability, observability, and uncertainty quantification of epidemiological models, and (iii) using models to gain mathematical insight into the transgenic fungus's ability to control malaria mosquitoes. Read more about these three areas in the research tab of this website.
Teaching
Teaching
In Fall 2026, I am teaching "Intro Linear Algebra" (MA-3113). For Spring 2027, I am scheduled to teach "Senior Seminar in Math" ( MA 4213).
Meeting Grants
Meeting Grants
Names are organized alphabetically in this meeting grant section.
Names are organized alphabetically in this meeting grant section.
1. Co-organizer of a NITMB Conference, "Identifiability and Uncertainty Quantification in Complex Biological Systems". Co-organizers: Heyrim Cho, Linh Huynh, Joan Pounce, Matthew Simpson, Suzanne Sindi, and Tingting Tang.
2. Primary Contact for a Research Meeting Grant (Collaborate @ICERM at Brown), "Data-Informed Analysis of Malaria Vector Species Replacement: Modeling IRS Driven Population Shifts in Uganda". Co-applicants: Melissa Conrad, Abba Gumel, Max McClure, Zhuolin Qu, and Miranda Teboh-Ewungkem.
3. Primary Contact for Research Meeting Grant (Focused Research Group Award at NITMB), "Bridging Immunological and Epidemiological Scales Through Symptom‑Mediated Behavioral Dynamics". Co-applicants: Summer Atkins, Hana Dobrovolny, and Necibe Tuncer.
Selected Awards and Fellowships
Selected Awards and Fellowships
AMS-Simons Travel Grant (2026-2028).
SIAM's Life Sciences and Dynamical Systems Travel Fund (2026). Given to 6 individuals in 2026.
Dean’s Fellowship, University of Maryland, College Park (2022-2024).
Outstanding Graduate Assistant, University of Maryland, College Park (2023). Recognized as among the top 2% of Graduate Assistants in 2023.
Floyd L. Downs Teaching of Mathematics Fellowship Award, Arizona State University (2021).
Leadership & Service
Leadership & Service
I am the Chair (previously elected Co-Chair) of the Mathematical Epidemiology subgroup of the Society of Mathematical Biology (SMB) and an elected chair of the steering committee member of the Models of Infectious Disease Agent Study (MIDAS). I am also a member of SMB's Social Media Committee.
Please check the Service tab of this website for details on the leadership positions I've held, as well as the minisymposia and conferences I've helped put together.
Address: Allen Hall #431
Email:
bpant[at]math[dot]msstate[dot]edu
Office Phone: 662-325-7171
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Talks
I have given over 30 research talks. Please find details of some of my past talks in the Talks tab of the website.
Talks
I have given over 30 research talks. Please find details of some of my past talks in the Talks tab of the website.
Media Coverage and Interviews
I was interviewed for the following:
Media Coverage and Interviews
I was interviewed for the following:
1. Want to eradicate malaria-bearing mosquitoes? Try fungus, this researcher says. September 17, 2025. Northeastern University News
2. Society for Mathematical Biology Newsletter. Summer 2025 Newsletter
Other coverage of our work includes wildfire and mosquitoes.
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