Dr. Kevin Danastas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kevin Danastas is a Lecturer in Teaching and Leadership at the School of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering at Macquarie University. He completed his PhD in 2018 in the field of reproductive biology. Upon joining the Westmead Institute for Medical Research, he focused on the interactions between the immune system and the nervous system during viral infections. In 2022, he became a Teaching Fellow in Neuroscience and in 2025 will be appointed as a Lecturer in Human Biology. His teaching emphasizes human physiology, and he convenes units within the Human Biology major in the Bachelor of Science program. Kevin teaches various courses, including BIOL1210 - Human Biology, BIOL2230 - Neurophysiology, and BIOL3210 - Advanced Human Physiology, among others. He has received the Faculty of Science and Engineering Early Career Teaching Award in 2023, highlighting his dedication and impact in the field of education.

Research Interests

Courses

Human Biology Neurophysiology Advanced Human Physiology Systems Physiology Ecology Emerging Infectious Diseases

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).