Dr. Bianca Waud

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bianca graduated with a degree in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Hannover, Germany, and completed her PhD at the Institute of Animal Breeding and Genetics in Hannover. She has worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Genetics in Bern, Switzerland. Bianca joined the University of Sydney as a Fellow of the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, where she focuses on Veterinary Systems Biology. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK, recognized for her excellence in teaching. Bianca's research primarily explores Veterinary Genetics and Genomics, including topics such as Feline Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, and Osteochondrodysplasia in cats. She is an active member of the Australian Veterinary Association and the International Society of Animal Genetics, serving on the Standing Committee for Horse Genetics and Genomics. Bianca has received multiple awards and recognitions for her contributions to Veterinary Science, including the "Best Young Scientist in Equine Research" from Novartis. Her ongoing research includes characterizing genetic factors associated with chronic pain in domestic animals.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Associate Professor in Veterinary Systems Biology, focusing on research and education in Veterinary Genetics.

Awards

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Outstanding Service Academic Member

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SUPRA Supervisor of the Year

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Highly Commended Certificate

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Fellowship Advanced Researchers

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.