Dr. Fatima El Assaad

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Fatima El-Assaad is a Senior Research Associate at the UNSW Microbiome Research Centre, with expertise in the fields of inflammation, infectious diseases, and neuroscience. She completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine at the University of Sydney in 2013, focusing her thesis on microparticles and microRNA cytoadherence in experimental cerebral malaria. Fatima's research interests include understanding the role of the microbiome in maintaining optimal health and its implications in inflammatory diseases. She leads projects related to mental health and neuroscience, women's and children's health, and natural therapies. As a prominent figure in her field, she has been recognized with numerous awards including the HOPE Award at the 9th HOPE Meeting with Nobel Laureates in Tokyo in 2017. Fatima has actively participated in various international scientific exchanges and collaborations, contributing to cross-disciplinary research consortia.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Associate

2015-01-01 — Present

UNSW Microbiome Research Centre • Sydney, Australia

Awards

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HOPE Award

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Campion-Ma-Playoust Memorial Award

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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