Dr. Edwina Wright

Professor

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Biography

Professor Wright is an infectious diseases physician and is considered one of Australia's leading HIV clinicians and clinical researchers. With over 35 years of experience, her expertise in HIV research lies in the areas of early treatment, HIV prevention, and HIV cure, as well as HIV-related neurological disorders. She has served as the past President of the Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM), overseeing the organization of over 1,000 members and currently chairs ASHM’s PrEP Guidelines Panel and COVID-19 Taskforce. Dr. Wright is a key member of the Victorian Department of Health's Blood Borne Viruses and STIs Committee and chairs the HIV Working Group of this Committee. An internationally recognized expert, her work has involved significant funding from multiple sources, including the National Institutes of Health and various state governments. Dr. Wright has received numerous accolades, including the Order of Australia (AM) in recognition of her contributions to HIV medicine and research. Her clinical research focuses on HIV prevention methods, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), early HIV treatment, and addressing HIV-associated neurological disorders. Dr. Wright has led large-scale clinical trials and has been active in promoting and guiding initiatives related to achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1990-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Leading research and clinical practice in infectious diseases with a focus on HIV.

Awards

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Order of Australia

2021-01-01
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Special Service Award

2017-01-01
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Clinical Excellence Award

2010-01-01

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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