Dr. Jamie Hicks

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jamie Hicks is an Associate Professor at the Australian National University specializing in organometallic chemistry. His research primarily focuses on the use of non-toxic, earth-abundant metals as alternatives to expensive, toxic noble metals that are typically used in industrial pharmaceutical processes. These conventional catalysts often operate under energy-intensive conditions due to their low catalytic activity. Jamie’s work aims to enhance the efficiency of reactions by employing earth-abundant equivalents while also exploring the fundamental properties of less-studied elements. He earned his PhD in Chemistry from Monash University in 2012, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry, following a Master’s degree from the University of Sheffield in 2011. Through supervision of research students, Jamie contributes to advancing the field by exploring novel applications of materials in chemistry.

Research Interests

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.