Dr. Muireann Irish

Professor

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Biography

Professor Muireann Irish is a leading researcher in Cognitive Neuroscience, with a focus on understanding brain behavior cognition and promoting health and well-being across the lifespan. Her work explores various dimensions of memory and cognitive decline, particularly in the context of dementia. Muireann has been awarded several grants, including those from the National Health Medical Research Council and the Australian Research Council, supporting her innovative projects that aim to improve diagnosis and treatment for dementia patients. Her research also emphasizes non-pharmacological interventions and the application of machine learning techniques to profile risks for younger-onset dementia. Professor Irish is well-regarded in the field for her contributions to understanding the neural signatures of memory and for developing new approaches that address the unique challenges associated with cognitive disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and researching in the areas of Cognitive Neuroscience, with a focus on dementia and memory.

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.