Dr. Michelle Yap

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michelle Yap is a Senior Lecturer and Program Director in Medical Bioscience at Monash University Malaysia. She specializes in toxin pharmacology and toxicology research, possessing a robust background in biomolecular modelling, proteomics, and immunological molecular pharmacology. Leading the Toxin Pharmacology Research Group, her research primarily focuses on the molecular mechanisms of cytotoxins with the ultimate aim of developing next-generation biotherapeutics. Her works have been featured in prominent media outlets, and she actively participates in initiatives for promoting STEM education to the public, having organized various workshops and forums. Michelle adopts innovative teaching methods, emphasizing student-centered learning through andragogy in her undergraduate courses. Her research interests include pharmacology, toxinology, proteomics, molecular modeling, and protein interactions. Through her education and outreach, she contributes to global sustainable development goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Monash University Malaysia • Kuala Lumpur

Leading the Medical Bioscience program and involved in various academic and research initiatives.

Awards

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Bronze Award

2024-01-01
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Bronze Medal

2025-01-01
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Gold Medal

2023-01-01

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.