Dr. Dominique Blache

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dominique Blache is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia, specializing in animal science with a focus on emotional reactivity and metabolism in livestock. He completed his PhD in Neurosciences in France and subsequently received a Postdoctoral Fellowship from UWA. Since then, he has developed significant expertise in metabolism and the impact of leptin on postpartum energy status in cattle, leading to innovative research methods that have advanced understanding in this area. Blache has a longstanding interest in the emotional well-being of farm animals and has explored the connections between emotional reactivity and physiological responses, including temperature regulation. His research has expanded into the field of microbiomes and their influence on animal behavior, contributing to numerous collaborative projects worldwide. Blache has authored over 220 refereed papers, emphasizing his prolific contribution to the field. He currently directs the UWA Radioimmunoassay Laboratory and has been instrumental in fostering research collaborations to improve the welfare of animals in agriculture. His work is recognized both nationally and internationally, earning him a substantial number of citations and a prominent role in advancing animal welfare science.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA

Teaching and researching in animal welfare and emotional reactivity.

Senior Lecturer

2005-01-01 — 2021-01-01

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA

Focused on animal biology and behavioral studies.

Lecturer

2000-01-01 — 2005-01-01

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA

Conducted classes and research in animal biology.

Research Fellow

1993-01-01 — 2000-01-01

National Health & Medical Research Council • Perth, WA

Conducted research on animal science with funding from Australian research councils.

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
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.