Dr. Sarah Catchlove

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sarah Catchlove is a Research Fellow at Monash University, specializing in cognitive neuroscience and psychopharmacology. She has previously worked with the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University, Melbourne Sleep Disorders Centre, and other institutions, focusing on the health-enhancing mechanisms of medications and the effects of exercise and nootropic supplements on cognitive functions. Her research is particularly notable for clinical trials investigating the efficacy of medicinal cannabis for various applications, including muscle inflammation and driving impairment. Catchlove oversees significant studies related to cognitive performance and stress resilience of Army recruits, in collaboration with the Australian Defence Force. Currently, she is involved in projects assessing the efficacy of oxytocin nasal spray for reducing methamphetamine use among women and implementing MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for co-morbid PTSD and alcohol use disorder. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the integration of health and education in her research focus.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2012-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Conducts research on psychopharmacology, focusing on clinical trials and cognitive neuroscience.

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.