Dr. Jason Cain

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Biography

Jason Cain is a developmental biologist leading the Developmental Cancer Biology research group at the Hudson Institute’s Centre for Cancer Research. His research examines the critical embryonic signaling pathways and epigenetic mechanisms underlying both normal and abnormal development, particularly in pediatric cancers such as childhood brain tumors and sarcomas. He completed his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in 2000 and later his PhD in 2006, both at Monash University. His postdoctoral training was undertaken in Developmental Stem Cell Biology at SickKids Hospital, Toronto under the supervision of Professor Norman Rosenblum. Afterwards, he returned to Australia as a Research Fellow and became the Head of the laboratory in 2014. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals aimed at improving healthcare outcomes for children with cancer.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor (Research)

2010-12-01 — Present

Hudson Institute - Centre Cancer Research • Melbourne, Australia

Head of Developmental Cancer Biology research group, focusing on research related to pediatric solid cancers and their developmental biology.

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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