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Danielle Vahala is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Western Australia in Human Sciences, specializing in the area of cellular plasticity and mechanosensation. She holds a Bachelor of Science with First-Class Honours, majoring in Anatomy and Human Biology and Physiology. Throughout her doctoral studies, Danielle has been awarded prestigious scholarships including the Research Training Program from the Australian Government and the National Breast Cancer Foundation travel award, which have facilitated her involvement in multiple international collaborative projects. Her research primarily focuses on characterizing novel paradigms of metastasis and the use of block-co-polymer micelle lithography for modifying ligand spacing at the nanoscale. Additionally, she has developed a fragmented granular GelMA hydrogel that mimics the interstitial spaces found in native tissues, which supports her exploration in biomimetic materials. As a Teaching Assistant at the University of Western Australia, she contributes to various medical school courses, demonstrating her dedication to education and research in the biomedical field.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Teaching Assistant in the Medical School and research support in Human Sciences.
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