Dr. Mehmet Mahmut

Associate Professor

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Biography

Currently an Associate Professor at Macquarie University, Dr. Mehmet Mahmut is also the co-director of the Food, Flavour and Fragrance Lab. His research employs a multidisciplinary approach to understand how physiology affects behavior, particularly through the lens of olfaction. He is exploring the role of smell and body odors in romantic relationships and is investigating the social impact of a poor sense of smell, as well as the connection between olfaction and personality traits, specifically psychopathic traits and empathy. Dr. Mahmut completed his PhD at Macquarie University in 2008 and returned to work as a Post-doctoral academic in the same institution. He leads the Introduction to Psychology course, which is notable for hosting the largest cohort of students within the department. His teaching includes guest lectures on Psychological Human Relationships, the Scientist Practitioner Model, and real-world applications of Visual Perception. Engaged in community initiatives, he focuses on enhancing Indigenous Australian representation in psychology education by incorporating Indigenous content and perspectives into the psychology curriculum.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in psychological sciences focusing on the impact of olfaction on behavior.

Awards

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Churchill Fellowship

2017-09-28
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Dresden Junior Fellowship

2018-03-06
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LightHouse Award - Empowerment

2022-01-01

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
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).