Dr. Jiake Xu

Professor

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Biography

Jiake Xu is currently an Adjunct Professor and Winthrop Professor at the University of Western Australia. He heads the Molecular Laboratory in the School of Biomedical Science and has previously served as the Head of the Division of Regenerative Medicine. He is a founding Fellow of the Faculty of Science at the Royal College of Pathologists of Australia and has held memberships in several prestigious societies, including the American Society of Bone and Mineral Research and the International Orthopedic Research Society. His professional background includes completing medical training at Guangzhou Medical College, earning a PhD from the University of Western Australia, and conducting postdoctoral research at Stanford University. Xu's research focuses on molecular cross-talk between osteoclasts and osteoblasts, stem cell niches, and angiogenic dysregulation, with significant implications for diseases such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. He has received numerous research grants and is actively involved in various scientific committees. His teaching contributions include coordination of multiple courses in the medical and dental curriculum, demonstrating his commitment to education and research in bone biology and degenerative diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Head

— Present

Molecular Laboratory, School of Biomedical Science • University of Western Australia

Led research and academic programs focused on molecular mechanisms in bone biology and disease.

Head

— Present

Division of Regenerative Medicine • University of Western Australia

Oversaw restoring and enhancing regenerative capabilities in biomedical research.

Awards

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Australian Research Award

2024-11-26
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Stanford’s List of World’s Top 2% Scientists

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Highly Ranked Expertscape

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Fellowship

Courses

PATH2210 IMED3001 IMED3002 IMED3003 IMED3004 DENT3001 DENT3002 DENT3003 DENT3004

Requirements for University of Western Australia

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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