Professor Dr. Bowen Dempsey

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bowen Dempsey is a researcher at Macquarie University with a focus on neuro-biomechanical modeling, particularly in relation to swallowing and breathing functions. He has held positions at prestigious institutions, including the Institut de Biologie de l'École Normale Supérieure and the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique. His research interests include genetic circuitry and neural control of ingestion, contributing substantially to understanding neural circuits involved in feeding behaviors. His work has resulted in multiple research outputs and active research projects that examine the neuropathology of ingestion and respiratory dynamics. In recognition of his contributions, he has received various awards including the Paxinos-Watson Prize through the Australian Neuroscience Society. Dempsey is also active in mentoring graduate students within the Macquarie Medical School, underscoring his commitment to academic development and research innovation.

Research Interests

Neuro-Biomechanical Modeling Swallowing Breathing Neural Circuits Ingestion

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Institut de Biologie de l'École Normale Supérieure • France

Conducted research in neurobiological modeling and its applications to swallowing and breath control.

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique • France

Focused on neural control mechanisms associated with ingestion.

Awards

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Paxinos-Watson Prize

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ECR Enabling Scheme Award

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level

Application Checklist

  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience

Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).