Dr. Daisy Shu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Experience

Scientia Senior Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in Optometry and Vision Science.

Faculty Instructor

2022-01-01 — 2022-12-31

Harvard Medical School • Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Engaged in postdoctoral research with a focus on age-related macular degeneration.

Awards

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ARVO Emerging Advocate Award

2021-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.