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Nichola Calvani graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Veterinary Bioscience (Hons) from the University of Sydney in 2016. She subsequently completed her PhD focusing on the molecular diagnosis and distribution of Fasciola species in Southeast Asia, with extensive fieldwork in Cambodia and Laos. Her research experience encompasses both private and government-run molecular diagnostic laboratories, where she gained expertise in processes adhering to NATA accreditation standards. In January 2021, she joined the Molecular Parasitology Laboratory at the University of Galway, Ireland, as a postdoctoral researcher, expanding her knowledge on Fasciola hepatica through molecular biology and advanced cell culture techniques. In 2021, she founded 'Herminthology' to promote gender equity in parasitology, profiling women in the field globally. Nichola's work has gained recognition, including a cover feature in Trends in Parasitology. She serves on the EDI committee for the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology and aims to develop sustainable parasite management strategies. Currently, her research focuses on Fasciola spp. in Australasia, with interests in diagnostics and immunodiagnostics using molecular methods. As a lecturer, she supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate students in related projects.
University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia
Lecturer in Parasitology, focusing on teaching and research.
University of Galway • Galway, Ireland
Conducted research on Fasciola hepatica and led projects on molecular biology and advanced techniques.
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