Dr. Tyler Chang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tyler Chang is a biochemist and structural biologist recognized internationally in the fields of Circadian Biology and Cancer Signaling. He has an exceptional track record with significant research contributions that have been published in prestigious journals such as PNAS, Science, and Nature. His pioneering work in structural biology focuses on biological clocks and has earned him a global reputation, particularly for elucidating the mechanisms underlying the cyanobacterial clock at an atomic level. Additionally, Dr. Chang’s research on cancer signaling at Monash University has resulted in transformative breakthroughs, including insights into the initiation and progression of breast cancer and melanoma. He has developed a unique skill set leveraging biophysical techniques to uncover fundamental biological mechanisms affecting circadian rhythm and cancer. Currently, he leads research in Structural Molecular Engineering for Cancer Immunotherapy at the Paula Fox Melanoma Cancer Centre. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the intersection of health and education.

Research Interests

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.