Dr. Louis Rendina

Professor

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Biography

Professor Louis Rendina holds a B.Sc. (Hons) and a Ph.D. from the Australian National University. He has served as a lecturer and senior lecturer at the University of Adelaide and has been an active researcher in medicinal chemistry and material science. Professor Rendina is recognized for his significant contributions to the fields of drug discovery and the design of new chemical probes, particularly focusing on theranostic agents utilizing lanthanoid elements and unique molecular scaffolds. His research is funded by several prestigious organizations, including the Australian Research Council and Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards, including fellowships from the Royal Australian Chemical Institute and the Royal Society Chemistry, UK, showcasing his expertise in organometallic chemistry, NMR spectroscopy, and cancer therapies. He has also held leadership roles in various academic and research committees, contributing to advancements in chemical sciences. Professor Rendina's work is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach, integrating principles of chemistry and biology to innovate in cancer treatment and early detection.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Leads research group focusing on cancer theranostics and medicinal chemistry.

Awards

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Royal Australian Chemical Institute Biota Medal Medicinal Chemistry

2003-01-01
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Royal Australian Chemical Institute Organometallic Chemistry Award

2004-01-01
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Royal Society JWT Jones Fellowship (Oxford University)

2008-01-01
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University of Missouri Chancellor's Distinguished Fellowship

2014-01-01

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.