Dr. Ha Duong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ha is a dedicated researcher with a strong background in biological sciences and biotechnology. She joined the UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science as a Research Associate in August 2022. Prior to her current position, Ha worked as a Program Officer at the Wildlife Conservation Society and as a Research Assistant in the Genetics Laboratory at Vietnam National University. She earned her Master's degree in Biological Science from the University of Western Australia under the prestigious Endeavour Scholarship and holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from Vietnam National University. Through her training, academic studies, and work experience, Ha has developed a robust set of laboratory skills and knowledge, including expertise in DNA and RNA extraction, sequencing, cell culture of various cell types, cellular assays, immunohistochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Currently, she is working alongside senior researchers in the School of Optometry & Vision Science to develop protocols for culturing primary human meibomian gland cells using LC-MS/MS and identifying lipids produced by the meibomian gland in vitro. Concurrently, Ha is pursuing her doctoral degree, investigating the effects of air pollutants on meibomian gland function and tear film lipid production.

Research Interests

Awards

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Australian Government Research Training Scholarship

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UNSW Development Research Training Grant

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Australian Endeavour Postgraduate Scholarship

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Outstanding Student 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

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.