Dr. Aron Chakera

Associate Professor

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Biography

Aron Chakera is a Renal Physician with a focus on immune function and host-pathogen interactions. He leads the Translational Renal Research Group at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research. Dr. Chakera has received $21 million in research funding and has authored 90 articles, serving as the lead researcher on numerous clinical trials. His research interests include discovery science and clinical implementation epidemiology. He is also an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Curtin University and has previously held the position of Clinical Lecturer in Renal Medicine at the University of Oxford. Among his extensive collaborations, he has directed research efforts at the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and has focused his research expertise on topics such as transplantation, autoimmunity, and anti-viral immune responses. He is recognized for his significant impact on the field, demonstrated by an h-index of 24 and his prolific publication record.

Research Interests

Experience

Director Research

2015-08-07 — 2023-11-01

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital • Perth, WA

Led research initiatives in the hospital, focusing on renal medicine.

Adjunct Clinical Professor

2017-03-31 — Present

Curtin University • Perth, WA

Lectured and engaged in collaborative research within the medical program.

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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  • Personal Statement
  • References
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Specialization Notes

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