Dr. Lucy Furfaro

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lucy Furfaro is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia (UWA) specializing in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She is currently completing her PhD, awarded the Raine/Robson Forrest Fellowships, which focuses on bacterial pathogens, particularly Group B Streptococcus, a leading cause of neonatal sepsis. Her research aims to develop targeted therapeutic solutions amidst rising antimicrobial resistance. Lucy's work also explores the role of bacteriophages in regulating bacterial populations, contributing significantly to our understanding of microbial dynamics during pregnancy and early life. As an advocate for accessible research communication, Lucy strives to ensure that her findings reach those they impact. Her interests include Microbiology, bacteriophage therapy, antimicrobial resistance, and perinatal pathogens.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Conducts research in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, focusing on bacterial pathogens and innovative therapeutic approaches.

Forrest Prospect Fellow

— Present

Forrest Research Foundation •

Head, Perinatal Research Laboratories

— Present

Women Infants Research Foundation •

Awards

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Jim Pittard Early Career Award

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Finalist, Early Career Scientist of the Year

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Young Tall Poppy Award

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Early-Career Research Award

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.