Dr. Joash Tan Ban Lee

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Joash Tan Ban Lee graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (Honours) in 2008 and completed his PhD in phytochemistry. He joined Monash University as a lecturer in 2013. His research interests are primarily in the discovery of biologically active natural products, with a particular focus on phenolic compounds. His work includes identifying extracts and compounds that exhibit desirable properties such as antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anticancer, and antioxidant activities. Additionally, Dr. Lee explores the practical applications of natural products, including anthocyanin-based food colorants and organic corrosion inhibitors. He teaches courses on advanced chemistry and food chemistry, and is committed to contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the area of education. Dr. Lee's recent research areas include natural products chemistry and the bioactivities of phytochemicals, with collaborations on projects addressing metabolic diseases and antibiotic resistance.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Lecturer with a focus on phytochemistry and biologically active natural products.

Awards

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PVC's Commendation Excellence Research

2025-01-01
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Bronze Medal MTE 2023

2023-01-01
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Dean's Excellence Teaching Award

2023-01-01

Courses

CHM1051 SCI2010 CHM2962

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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