Dr. Kasthuri Bai

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Kasthuri Bai earned her PhD in Medical Health Sciences, specializing in molecular neuroscience, completing her degree in December 2020. She joined Monash University Malaysia in 2021 as a post-doctoral scientist and was subsequently promoted to lecturer in 2023 due to her significant contributions to the field. Her academic training encompasses various fields, including molecular neuroscience, gene expression, proteomics, and epigenetics. Dr. Bai's current research centers on understanding the impact of climate change on disease mechanisms, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases. Additionally, she is engaged in therapeutic drug discovery, focusing on identifying potential treatments for these conditions. Her research interests also include elucidating the mechanisms of Parkinson's disease and the identification of natural bioactive compounds that may delay neurodegenerative processes. Dr. Bai has utilized bioinformatics tools and databases to analyze genome-wide association studies and proteomics data, leading to multiple publications in high-impact journals. Furthermore, she is actively recruiting qualified postgraduate students to join her research team, emphasizing the importance of environmental health in addressing neurodegenerative disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne

Responsible for teaching and research in molecular neuroscience and related fields.

Courses

MED 1100 - Advocates Indigenous Health MED 1200 - Problem-Based Learning (PBL) MED 2100 - Health Promotion MED 2200 - Inter-Professional Education (IPE) NUT 1022 - Fundamentals Biomedical Sciences NUT 1023 - Nutritional Biochemistry MED 5101 - Applied Studies in Medical Research BRM 5011 - Foundations Medical Biotechnology Applications

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

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.