Dr. Imke Tammen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Imke Tammen is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, specializing in Animal Biotechnology. She completed her undergraduate training in veterinary medicine at the Hanover School of Veterinary Medicine in Germany and obtained her doctoral degree in veterinary medicine, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship focusing on molecular genetics of inherited diseases in livestock. Since joining the University of Sydney in 1997, Imke has played a significant role in both teaching and research, holding positions such as Sub Dean at the Camden Campus of the Faculty of Veterinary Science and currently serving as the Academic Lead for Outcome Assessment at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science. Her research and teaching interests encompass veterinary science, animal genetics, and bioethics, particularly in embedding leadership training and enhancing decision-making for sustainable animal health and welfare. Imke is a member of initiatives like the Online Mendelian Inheritance in Animals (OMIA) and has contributed significantly to understanding inherited diseases in livestock through her research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

1997-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and research in veterinary science and animal biotechnology.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor's Award

2007-01-01
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Grace Mary Mitchell Awards

2008-01-01
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Research Collaboration

2010-01-01

Courses

VETS1013 Animal Energetics & Homeostasis ANSC3106 Animal Behaviour & Welfare Science 3 AVBS4013/4014 Research Project A/B Doctor of Veterinary Medicine VETS6101 Veterinary Professional 1 VETS6103 Research & Enquiry 1A VETS6107 Research & Enquiry 1B VETS6105 Animal Management Systems 1 VETS6205 Animal Management Systems 2 VETS6303 Small Animal Practice VETS6306 Exotic Wildlife Practice VETS6310 Livestock Practice B VETS6307/VETS6313 Research & Enquiry 3A/B VETS6410 Advanced Reproductive Technologies Elective

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.