Dr. Adrian Scaffidi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Adrian Scaffidi completed a Bachelor of Science majoring in Chemistry (Honours) and Mathematics, alongside a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Investment and Corporate Finance. He obtained his PhD from the University of Western Australia. Following his studies, he worked at the drug discovery company Epichem before accepting a research position at UWA. His research interests mainly focus on drug discovery, small molecule enhancers for cancer immunotherapy, and the effects of strigolactones and karrikins on plant growth and development. Scaffidi is involved in multiple research collaborations and has an h-index indicating significant citations of his work, reflecting both the impact and quality of his publications.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Conducting research in the field of drug discovery and developing small molecule enhancers for cancer immunotherapy.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.