Dr. Cheryl Praeger

Professor

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Biography

Cheryl E. Praeger is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Western Australia, focusing on Mathematics, particularly in Group Theory and Combinatorics. After 40 years of service, she retired in 2017 but continues as a Senior Honorary Research Fellow. Praeger has made significant contributions to the field of pure mathematics, evidenced by her h-index of 4456 and the publication of over 400 journal articles along with five monographs. She has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the prestigious Prime Minister's Prize for Science in 2019 and the Ruby Payne-Scott Medal in 2021. Her work explores algorithms related to group computations and statistical group theory, and she is involved in various national and international committees advocating for women in STEM. Praeger’s research interests also include algebraic graph theory and combinatorial designs. In addition, she holds several honorary degrees and has served in numerous leadership roles within mathematical societies.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Retired after 40 years of service, focusing on mathematics and research supervision.

Senior Honorary Research Fellow

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Continues research and supervision in mathematics.

Awards

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Companion, Order of Australia

2021-01-31
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Ruby Payne-Scott Medal

2021-03-11
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Prime Minister's Prize for Science

2019-10-16

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
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