Dr. Shyam Tummanapalli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shyam Sunder Tummanapalli is a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the University of New South Wales, specializing in the identification of ocular surface biomarkers for neurological disorders. His current research focuses on tear-based biomarkers as a non-invasive collection option for blood, using serial repeated measures to determine disease progression and therapeutic efficacy in clinical trials. His PhD research involved identifying neuro-active peptides in tears, particularly substance P, as a non-invasive biomarker for peripheral nerve damage in type 1 diabetes, which is crucial for the early detection and prevention of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. He has received notable recognition for his work, including the Dean's Award for Outstanding PhD Thesis. Current projects also involve investigating ocular surface changes related to diabetes-associated dry eyes, markers of ocular surface inflammation in multiple sclerosis, and ocular surface biomarkers in migraine sufferers.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Associate

2021-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Postdoctoral Research Scientist specializing in ocular surface biomarkers and neurological disorders.

Awards

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Dean's Award for Outstanding PhD Thesis

2020-01-01
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Photo Award

2017-01-01
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Scientific Poster Award

2010-01-01

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

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.