Dr. Tessa Swain

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tessa obtained a PhD from the University of Western Australia, focusing on the development and characterization of novel epigenome editing tools for enhanced transcriptional regulation. She furthered her research as a postdoctoral researcher at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, optimizing molecular tools to explore complex epigenomic landscapes. Tessa also gained industry experience at PYC Therapeutics, honing her skills in large-scale molecular screening tools aimed at identifying potential RNA binding domains for RNA therapeutics. Currently, she is a Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia’s new Australian Centre for RNA Therapeutics Cancer, where her work involves designing RNA therapies tailored for individualized cancer treatments. Her expertise relates to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, contributing particularly to educational advancements in biotechnology and RNA epigenetics.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Leading research projects focused on RNA therapies for cancer treatment.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2020-09-01 — 2021-12-31

Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research • Perth, Australia

Optimized molecular tools for exploring complex epigenomic landscapes.

Researcher

— Present

PYC Therapeutics • Perth, Australia

Developed molecular screening tools for RNA therapeutics.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.