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Daisy Shu is a Scientia Senior Lecturer in the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of New South Wales. Her research focuses on mitochondrial metabolic dysfunction in retinal eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and proliferative vitreoretinopathy. With a Bachelor of Optometry and Vision Science from UNSW Sydney, a PhD from the University of Sydney, and postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Shu has established a strong foundation in the molecular mechanisms of epithelial-endothelial-mesenchymal transition associated with lens and retinal diseases. She is actively involved in teaching, serving as Course Convener for optometry courses. Additionally, she holds leadership roles within scientific communities, including Vice President of the International Society for Eye Research and various committee positions within the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. Recognized for her advocacy in science communication, Dr. Shu co-hosts the podcast 'Behind Science' and has been awarded the ARVO Emerging Advocate Award in 2021.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Teaching and conducting research in Optometry and Vision Science.
Harvard Medical School • Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Engaged in postdoctoral research with a focus on age-related macular degeneration.
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