Professor Dr. Ivan Kennedy

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Biography

Ivan Kennedy is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Sydney's Sydney Institute of Agriculture, specializing in biofertilisation, nitrogen fixation, risk management, microbial remediation, and pesticide action in sustaining ecosystems. His research career began in the semi-arid northern wheatbelt of Western Australia, leading to a PhD focused on primary products of nitrogen fixation. He has collaborated internationally with researchers from various countries and institutions, focusing on climate science and environmental management. His work encompasses the molecular aspects of environmental sciences and the mechanisms of action related to various environmental issues. He has contributed significantly to the field of agricultural sciences and has extensive experience guiding research students and conducting projects aimed at enhancing sustainable agricultural practices.

Research Interests

Biofertilisation Nitrogen Fixation Risk Management Microbial Remediation Pesticide Action Climate Science Environmental Management

Experience

Emeritus Professor

1968-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Conducted research and guided graduate students in the fields of biofertilisation and environmental management.

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.