Dr. Gregory Walker

Instructor

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Biography

Gregory Walker is an early career researcher virologist based at the Virology Research Laboratory at Prince Wales Hospital in Randwick, affiliated with the University of New South Wales. He specializes in viral detection diagnostics, genomic surveillance of viral epidemics, and serological screening and characterization of antibody-mediated immunity against viral infections. His expertise includes whole genome sequencing of respiratory viruses such as Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Influenzavirus, and SARS-CoV-2, as well as advanced serological techniques. Walker is an Associate Investigator in the Environmental Determinants Islet Autoimmunity (ENDIA) Study, which involves 1,500 mother-infant pairs with a first-degree relative diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in Australia. His research has contributed to understanding the impact of COVID-19 on islet autoimmunity in children and the effectiveness of vaccines and treatment methods. He has received several grants, including funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council and the Thrasher Research Fund, to support his work on the epidemiology of respiratory viruses and their clinical implications.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2022-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney

Lecturer in the School of Biomedical Sciences, focusing on virology and infectious diseases.

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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