Dr. Lisa Maher

Professor

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Biography

Professor Lisa Maher is a leading researcher at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney, where she heads the Viral Hepatitis Epidemiology Prevention Program at the Kirby Institute. With decades of international experience in harm reduction and the prevention of infectious diseases among key populations, she specializes in surveillance, design, and evaluation of public health interventions. Professor Maher has worked extensively with vulnerable populations including drug users, sex workers, and men who have sex with men, and has provided technical advice to various multilateral and governmental organizations such as the World Health Organization and UNAIDS. She is the principal investigator for 113 grants totaling over $112 million and has authored over 300 peer-reviewed scientific publications. A fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences and the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, she has received numerous awards, including the Australian Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Reducing Harms from Drug Use in the Asia/Pacific Region. In 2015, Professor Maher was awarded the Order of Australia for her significant service to the field of epidemiology. Her current research focuses on preventing infectious diseases in vulnerable populations.

Research Interests

Experience

Head of Viral Hepatitis Epidemiology Prevention Program

2010-01-01 — Present

Kirby Institute • Sydney, Australia

Leading research efforts in viral hepatitis epidemiology and prevention, focusing on infectious disease prevention in key populations.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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