Dr. Rhys Dunstan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rhys Dunstan completed his PhD studies in 2016 under the supervision of Professor Trevor Lithgow at Monash University, specializing in the field of microbiology with a focus on multimeric membrane proteins and secretion pores in bacterial outer membranes. His postdoctoral training included an influential period in the laboratory of Professor Gordon Dougan at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute in Cambridge, where he developed an interest in phage biology. He leveraged next-generation sequencing techniques to characterize novel bacteriophages isolated from diverse environments. Currently, Dunstan's research is dedicated to understanding the interactions between bacteriophages and their bacterial hosts, particularly in relation to Salmonella and Klebsiella, which are notable for their roles in food safety and antibiotic resistance. His work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in addressing public health challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Focus on the interactions between bacteriophages and bacterial hosts.

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.