Dr. Jake Baum

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jake Baum is a prominent researcher specializing in the fields of Infectious and Tropical Diseases and Cell Biology. He completed his Ph.D. in Infectious & Tropical Diseases at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine in 2002, following his M.Sc. in Human Biology from the University of Oxford and a B.A. in Biological Sciences from Magdalen College, Oxford. Professor Baum has held significant academic positions including a Professorship at Imperial College London, where he co-directed the Institute of Infection. In 2022, he returned to Australia to lead the School of Medical Sciences at UNSW Sydney. His research focuses on malaria, with diverse interests including cell biology, drug discovery, and vaccine technologies. He has a successful track record of mentoring PhD students and postdoctoral researchers and has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Victorian Tall Poppy Award and the ASBMB Merck Millipore Medal. He has over 100 publications and has contributed significantly to the field through his innovative research and leadership.

Research Interests

Experience

Head of School

2022-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Kensington, Australia

Leading the School of Medical Sciences, overseeing research initiatives and educational programs.

Professor of Cell Biology

2013-01-01 — 2020-12-31

Imperial College London • London, UK

Directed research in malaria and infectious diseases, contributing to significant advancements in vaccine development.

Awards

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Victorian Tall Poppy Award

2009-01-01
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ASBMB Merck Millipore Medal

2011-01-01
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Walter + Eliza Hall Institute Burnet Prize

2011-01-01

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
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