Dr. Amanda Salis

Professor

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Biography

Professor Amanda Salis (nee Sainsbury) leads a research team at the University of Western Australia’s School of Human Sciences focused on helping individuals achieve and maintain optimal body weight and composition. Her research encompasses hypothalamic control of appetite, eating behavior, and energy expenditure, particularly in the context of obesity and eating disorders. Salis's work includes randomized controlled trials examining the long-term effects of different weight loss methods, specifically intermittent versus continuous energy restriction. She holds a Bachelor of Science with Class Honours from the University of Western Australia and a PhD from the University of Geneva, and has previously been associated with several leading institutions such as the University of Sydney and the Garvan Institute of Medical Research. Salis is actively involved in translational research and has authored books on adult weight management that are available internationally. Her research is supported by grants from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) of Australia.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-12-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Leading research on optimal body weight and composition.

NHMRC Senior Research Fellow

2012-03-01 — 2019-12-01

University of Sydney • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Conducted research on obesity and eating disorders.

Senior Research Fellow

2001-02-01 — 2012-02-01

Garvan Institute of Medical Research • Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia

Focused on neuroscience related to obesity and metabolism.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

1997-02-01 — 1998-01-01

Université de Genève • Geneva, GE, Switzerland

Conducted research in medical genetics.

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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Specialization Notes

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