Dr. Barbara Messerle

Professor

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Biography

Barbara Messerle gained her Ph.D. from the University of Sydney in 1987. Her career includes roles such as Postdoctoral Fellow at ETH Zürich, Switzerland (1987-1989), Gritton Research Fellow at the University of Sydney (1990-1991), ARC Queen Elizabeth II Fellow (1992-1997), and ARC Senior Research Fellow (1997-1998) at the University of Sydney. She joined UNSW as an ARC Senior Research Fellow (1999-2002), became an advanced Senior Lecturer (2002-2003), an Associate Professor (2004-2007), and a Professor in 2008, serving as Head of the School of Chemistry since 2007. Barbara's research focuses on organometallics, catalysis, and the development of efficient metal catalysts for chemical transformations. She aims to enhance the economic viability and energy efficiency within the chemicals industry, contributing to the design of new metal complexes and methodologies for chemical reactions, particularly multistep processes. Her work has led to insights into catalyst structure and function, contributing to advancements in NMR techniques in organometallic chemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Head

2007-01-01 — Present

School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Leading the School of Chemistry, overseeing academic and administrative functions.

ARC Senior Research Fellow

1999-01-01 — 2002-01-01

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Conducting advanced research in organometallic chemistry.

Associate Professor

2004-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Involved in teaching and research in Chemistry.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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