Dr. Ayeisha Armstrong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ayeisha Milligan Armstrong was born and raised in Western Australia. She obtained a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology from Curtin University in 2015, followed by a PhD in Biomedical Sciences at Curtin Medical School, which she completed in 2025. Her research focuses on understanding how genetics and environmental factors interact to shape health and disease outcomes. Currently, she is part of the Translational Oncology team at Perkins, working in the breast cancer research field, with a particular emphasis on programs related to Aboriginal breast cancer. Ayeisha is passionate about ensuring community involvement in research and actively promotes medical research findings within the general community, aiming to translate research outcomes into meaningful actions. Her expertise aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, addressing global challenges such as poverty and health.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

2025-01-01 — Present

Perkins • Perth

Conducting research in the field of breast cancer with a focus on Aboriginal health.

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
  • Academic Transcripts
  • 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.