Dr. Andrea Whittaker

Biography

Professor Andrea Whittaker specializes in Human Geography, particularly within the Anthropology Development Studies Program at Monash University's School of Social Sciences. She has established a robust international reputation in the field of medical anthropology and sociology, particularly through her role as Lead Researcher at the Centre Impact for Antimicrobial Resistance and as head of the Global Reproductive Futures research program. Professor Whittaker's work spans various disciplines including anthropology, sociology, international public health, Asian studies, and gender studies. Her current research projects focus on global medical trade mobility, reproductive travel, and socio-cultural aspects of uterus transplants, with a significant emphasis on antimicrobial resistance. Throughout her career, she has successfully led major Australian Research Council grants, contributing valuable insights into reproductive health and public health through her research on infertility, medical travel, and bioethics. Additionally, she has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students and received awards for excellence in postgraduate supervision. Professor Whittaker is an elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences Australia and is actively involved in collaborative projects both locally and internationally, including partnerships with institutions in the Netherlands and South Africa.

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