Dr. Paul Waters

Associate Professor

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Biography

Paul Waters is an Associate Professor at the School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Science at the University of New South Wales. His research program focuses on understanding the epigenetic regulation of transcription across diverse vertebrate representatives, with a particular emphasis on sex chromosomes. His work aims to unravel the complex mechanisms of epigenetic silencing that have evolved, utilizing models from eutherian, marsupial, monotreme, and bird/reptile groups. He has conducted significant studies examining the X chromosome and its inactivation in species such as wallabies and Tasmanian devils. Waters is particularly interested in dosage compensation in extraordinary sex chromosome systems, such as the platypus, which possesses multiple X and Y chromosomes. His recent investigations also delve into the hibernation and environmental sex determination in Australian central bearded dragon lizards, contributing to the understanding of evolutionary genetics and ecology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Science • Kensington, Australia

Leading research on epigenetic regulation and transcription across vertebrate species.

Senior Lecturer

— Present

School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Science • Kensington, Australia

Instructing undergraduate courses and conducting research in molecular biology.

ARC Fellow

— Present

School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences • Kensington, Australia

Focus on applying findings from evolutionary genetics to biotechnological advancements.

Research Fellow

— Present

Research School of Biology, Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Engaged in comparative genomics research.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Researching genetics in relation to kangaroo genomics.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Department of Zoology, Stellenbosch University • Stellenbosch, South Africa

Investigating evolutionary genomics through various projects.

Courses

2nd Year Genetics (BABS2204/2264) Molecules, Cells and Genes (BABS1201) Human Molecular Genetics and Disease (BABS3151) Genes, Genomes and Evolution (BABS3291) Beginnings, Growth and Development (MFAC1521) Beginnings, Growth and Development B (MFAC1522)

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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