Dr. Peter Williamson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Peter Williamson is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney's School of Veterinary Science, where he holds a PhD and has been involved in various research initiatives related to physiology and genomics. He is recognized for his work in physiological genomics, particularly concerning animal health and disease, and has published numerous findings on canine cancer, resilience in sheep, and genomic adaptations in the platypus. In addition, he has collaborated on significant grants aimed at understanding inherited neurodegenerative disorders in Australian Kelpie dogs and has developed methodologies for canine cancer management. His research endeavors are linked to various international scientific societies, including the American Physiological Society and the International Society for Animal Genetics. With a strong commitment to mentoring, he has guided numerous graduate students in their research on cutting-edge genomic studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and researching various aspects of Veterinary Science, focusing on physiological and genomic research.

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.