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Professor George Yeoh completed his undergraduate science honours degree and PhD at the University of Western Australia. He has worked in Physiology at UWA for many years, during which he won the prestigious CJ Martin Fellowship from the NH&MRC, which allowed him to study at the University of Pennsylvania and The Beatson Institute for Cancer Research before returning to UWA. He has been teaching and conducting research in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences while also serving as Associate Dean of Research. His research focuses primarily on liver disease, particularly linking progenitor cells to liver cancer, and he is exploring potential therapies using liver progenitor cells. He aims to develop therapeutic bioreactors and bio-artificial livers, with hopes for significant advancements within the next 15-20 years. His expertise aligns with global health initiatives, particularly in addressing the rising incidence of liver disease related to obesity and hepatitis. Professor Yeoh's work contributes to understanding cancer biology and regenerative medicine, crucial for developing future therapies.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Emeritus Professor and Senior Honorary Research Fellow conducting research in the field of liver disease and cancer.
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