Dr. Ruth Pidsley

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ruth Pidsley is a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales and leads the DNA Methylation Biomarkers group at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research. Her research focuses on the epigenetic mechanisms involved in prostate cancer, especially within the tumour microenvironment. By utilizing the latest techniques in epigenetics, Dr. Pidsley aims to improve cancer diagnosis and prognosis to ensure patients receive the most accurate treatment. Her work is centered around developing novel predictive epigenetic tests and understanding the biological basis of cancer progression through environmental influences on genes. Ruth holds a PhD and MSc in Molecular Genetics from King's College London and has an undergraduate degree in Human Sciences from the University of Oxford.

Research Interests

Experience

Group Leader

— Present

Garvan Institute of Medical Research • Sydney, Australia

Leading the DNA Methylation Biomarkers group, focusing on improving cancer diagnosis and treatment through epigenetics.

Conjoint Lecturer

— Present

St Vincent's Clinical School, UNSW • Sydney, Australia

Lecturing and conducting research in clinical applications of molecular genetics.

Awards

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Gottesmann-Shields Award

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Tadion Rideal Prize

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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