Dr. Honghua Hu

Professor

Biography

Honghua Hu is an Honorary Research Fellow at Macquarie University, focusing on surgical infection research, specifically the implications of bacterial biofilms in medical environments. She holds a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from the University of Sydney, awarded in 2005. With over 16 years of experience, Dr. Hu's research primarily targets infection control strategies involving biofilms associated with medical implants, chronic wound infections, and the healthcare environment. She has authored more than 70 scientific publications and has reviewed around 90 papers, contributing significantly to the field through local and international conference presentations. Her notable projects include developing diagnostic tests for complications related to breast implants and understanding the progression of diabetic foot infections. Dr. Hu is recognized for her impactful work that has influenced international regulations regarding high-risk implants, highlighting her significant presence in the biomedical research community.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Research Fellow
2022-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Conducting research in the Surgical Infection Research Group and leading scientific projects related to bacterial biofilms.

Visiting Scholar
2017-08-01 — 2017-09-01

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL, USA

Engaged in collaborative research initiatives during the visit.

Research Associate
2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Westmead Hospital, University of Sydney • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Contributed to research projects focusing on microbiological challenges in health.

Research Academic
2006-07-01 — 2009-12-01

University of Sydney • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Conducted independent research and contributed to publications in microbiology.

Awards

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James Barrett Brown Award
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Outstanding Biomedical Image Prize