Dr. Irene Caminschi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Irene Caminschi's laboratory investigates the role of dendritic cells in immunity, with the intent of applying knowledge from this research to the design of immunotherapies. She received her PhD from the University of Western Australia, where she investigated the role of IL-12 in evoking anti-tumor immunity. Her interest in harnessing the immune system to combat disease led to post-doctoral studies on dendritic cells in the laboratory of Prof. Shortman at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. Her research has focused on the heterogeneous nature of dendritic cells and their role in orchestrating the adaptive immune response. Through the analysis of dendritic cell subsets and the screening of differentially expressed genes, she has contributed to the discovery of novel genes and molecules that allow for the dissection of unique immune functions in dendritic cell subpopulations, providing targets for immunotherapy. In 2012, she established her own laboratory and continues her research in dendritic cell biology with the aim of understanding the molecules that govern the specialized functions of these cells to pave the way for novel immunotherapies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Leading research on dendritic cells and their role in the immune system.

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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