Dr. Anne Quain

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Anne Quain graduated with Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Sydney in 2005 and is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science. Her research interests lie primarily in Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law, and Veterinary Ethics. As a member of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists, she is also a Diplomate of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behaviour Medicine. Quain has co-authored several important publications, including 'Veterinary General Practice Casebook: Companion Animal Clinics' and 'Veterinary Ethics: Navigating Tough Cases'. Besides her academic role, she works in private practice and dedicates her efforts towards ethical veterinary decision-making and minimizing iatrogenic harms in veterinary care. In recognition of her contribution to alleviating fear and anxiety in animals, Quain received the Fear Free Research Award in 2023. She is actively involved in mentoring DVM students and supervising research candidates, while also collaborating with researchers at various universities to enhance veterinary ethics education. Quain has been recognized with several awards, including the Centenary Medal from the NSW Veterinary Practitioner's Board for her leadership in Animal Welfare and Veterinary Ethics. Her work balances practical veterinary practice with a deep commitment to ethical and welfare standards in veterinary medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Teaching and researching veterinary science with a focus on ethics and animal welfare.

Awards

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Fear Free Research Award

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Centenary Medal

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Sydney School of Veterinary Science Excellence Award

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Society Veterinary Medical Ethics (SVME) Shomer Award

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Outstanding Research Award

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Alumni Association Award Early Career Achievement

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Faculty of Science Postgraduate Research Prize

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Australian Veterinary Association's President's Award

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Atwell Award

Courses

VETS6101 Veterinary Professional 1 VETS6111 Professional Competencies VETS6201 Veterinary Professional 2 VETS6205 Animal Management Systems 2 VETS6307 Research Enquiry 3A VETS6313 Research Enquiry 3B VETS6106 Professional skills 1B VETS6202 Professional skills 2B VETS6308 Veterinary Practice Management VETS6105 Animal Management Systems 1 VETS6207 Research Enquiry 2B

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.