Dr. Bastien Llamas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bastien Llamas is an Honorary Associate Professor in the National Centre for Indigenous Genomics at the John Curtin School of Medical Research. He specializes in the analysis of ancient DNA extracted from past human populations and extinct animals to address significant questions in evolutionary biology. His research investigates the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms through which host-microbiome interactions facilitate human adaptation to diverse environmental and cultural stressors. Llamas aims to integrate a variety of advanced analytical methods, including long-read sequencing and genome graphs, to create a comprehensive human pangenome reference that encompasses both past and present indigenous genetic diversity and human populations worldwide. He also serves as a Deputy Director at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Australian Biodiversity and Heritage and is affiliated with the Telethon Kids Institute as an Honorary Research Associate.

Research Interests

Requirements for Australian National University

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:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.