Dr. Albert Pessarrodona

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Albert Pessarrodona is an ARC DECRA Fellow at the University of Western Australia, specializing in marine forest ecosystems and the impact of climate change on these systems. His research focuses on the role of seaweeds in the coastal carbon cycle and offers potential solutions for climate change mitigation. Pessarrodona employs a hands-on approach in his work, spending considerable time underwater to conduct natural history observations and experimental manipulations. His interdisciplinary collaborations with molecular ecologists enhance the ecological and physiological insights gained through genomic approaches. As part of his commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, he contributes to education and the academic qualification in Marine Ecology. He is actively involved in higher degree research initiatives and has a considerable h-index, demonstrating his impact in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2022-07-27 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Research focuses on marine forest ecosystems and climate change impacts.

Research Fellow

— Present

Conservation International • USA

Worked on marine conservation projects.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor's Early-Career Research Award

2024-11-27
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Dean’s List Outstanding PhD Thesis

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Robson Robertson Award

2018-01-01

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
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  • 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.