Dr. Dao Yi Yu

Professor

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Biography

Professor Dao-Yi Yu works within the University of Western Australia's Medical School at the Centre for Ophthalmology and Visual Science, leading the Physiology and Pharmacology group at the Lions Eye Institute. He has been supported by the National Health and Medical Research Council for over 25 years and has enjoyed extensive collaborations with leading universities and pharmaceutical companies. In honor of his influential work in the field of eye research, he was recognized in the Queen's Birthday Honours list in 2019. His contributions include the development of the XEN® Gel Stent Surgery System, which has significantly transformed glaucoma treatment worldwide. His research encompasses various aspects of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vasculature, intraocular pressure, conjunctival lymphatics, and optical coherence tomography. Professor Yu is actively engaged in exploring and tackling the challenges within these research areas, contributing his expertise to expand the understanding and treatment of eyesight-related conditions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1997-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Leading research and teaching in ophthalmology and visual sciences.

Awards

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Byron Kakulas Medal

2023-02-08
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Member of the General Division of the Order of Australia

2019-06-10

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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