Dr. Christine Bacal

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christine Jurene Orillo Bacal is a versatile researcher with a strong background in chemistry and materials science. She completed her PhD, focusing on the fabrication of biocompatible highly selective filtration membranes aimed at capturing paracetamol for patients experiencing severe overdose. Currently, she is a postdoctoral researcher at the Ear Science Institute Australia, where she develops biomaterials for targeted drug delivery in patients suffering from middle ear infections, specifically otitis media. Christine's work aims to contribute to faster translation of interdisciplinary research projects, utilizing her skills in integrated research fields. Her expertise is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015, particularly focusing on education and academic qualifications in the field of medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

2023-07-31 — Present

Ear Science Institute Australia • Perth, WA, Australia

Develops biomaterials targeted for drug delivery in patients suffering from middle ear infections.

Research Assistant

2022-01-01 — 2023-02-28

Deakin University • Geelong, Australia

University Research Associate

2015-01-01 — 2017-12-31

University of the Philippines - Diliman • Quezon City, Philippines

Job Trainee

2013-04-01 — 2013-12-31

Unilever Philippines • Philippines

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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