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Professor Damien Higgins specializes in Pathobiology and Wildlife Health at the University of Sydney. His research program explores the pathology, immunology, and disease ecology of wildlife diseases, particularly in species affected by habitat fragmentation and degradation. His work has focused on koalas, investigating factors such as chlamydial strain diversity, immune gene diversity, and the impact of environmental toxins on immune responses. He directs the Veterinary Pathology Diagnostic Services, providing critical diagnostic services that support both teaching and research at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He is also the founder of the Koala Health Hub, which coordinates efforts for koala care across various stakeholders. His extensive teaching contributions cover wildlife disease management and veterinary pathogenesis. Over the years, he has received multiple grants to investigate koala health issues and has contributed significantly to the field of wildlife health in Australasia, receiving the Barry Munday Recognition Award from the Wildlife Disease Association in 2006 for his efforts in this domain. His professional service includes collaboration with academic institutions and wildlife care organizations, ensuring the dissemination of vital research findings into practice.
University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia
Professor Higgins teaches pathology and wildlife health, overseeing research initiatives and providing diagnostic services.
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