Dr. Donna Geddes

Professor

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Biography

Professor Donna Geddes is a human lactation scientist dedicated to advancing the understanding of human lactation and maternal-infant health. She serves as the Director of the Centre for Human Lactation Research Translation at the University of Western Australia (UWA). Having held various leadership roles, she is involved in several research initiatives aimed at exploring the complexities of lactation and its effects on infant nutrition and health. Her research expertise includes ultrasound imaging related to lactating breasts, infant feeding mechanisms, and the factors influencing milk production. Geddes’s commitment to improving maternal-infant health is reflected in her work, including projects focused on the determinants of human milk composition and the risks associated with milk production. She has received multiple grants and awards, highlighting her significant contributions to the field, and she frequently engages in public outreach to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and lactation.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Centre for Human Lactation Research Translation • Perth, Australia

Leading research initiatives in human lactation and coordinating research projects.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor's Senior Research Award

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Ehrlich-Koldovsky Early Career Award

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.