Dr. Vanessa Venturi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Associate Professor Vanessa Venturi is a Senior Research Fellow at the Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, focusing on computational biology to explore the complexities of recognizing and controlling infectious diseases and the immune system. Her interdisciplinary research employs computer science, applied mathematics, and statistics to tackle significant biological challenges. Over recent years, technological advancements have allowed for comprehensive studies of biological systems, generating substantial experimental data. Venturi's work aims to analyze and interpret the vast datasets available to enhance scientific understanding. With experience dating back to 2001 when she worked as a Guest Researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Maryland, USA, her career highlights include a Ph.D. in theoretical atomic physics from James Cook University. She has held multiple fellowships and academic positions, including at the NHMRC and the Australian Research Council. She is also an active member of several professional societies, including the Australasian Society for Immunology and the Society for Mathematical Biology. Her substantial contributions to the field of computational biology are reflected in her publication list and ongoing projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

2024-09-01 — Present

Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Working on the Immunovirology Pathogenesis Program.

Senior Research Fellow

2022-09-01 — 2024-08-31

Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Involved in the Infection Analytics Program.

NHMRC R.D. Wright Biomedical CDF Level 2 Fellow

2015-07-01 — 2022-07-01

Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Focused on Infection Analytics.

Head of Computational Biology Group

2014-01-01 — 2015-06-30

Centre for Vascular Research, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Led computational biology initiatives.

Future Fellow

2009-01-01 — 2013-12-31

Australian Research Council • Sydney, Australia

Managed research in computational biology.

Research Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2009-12-31

Complex Systems Biology Group, UNSW Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Conducted research in complex systems.

Casual Lecturer

2004-01-01 — 2004-12-31

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, James Cook University • Townsville, Australia

Taught undergraduate courses.

Guest Researcher

2001-01-01 — 2003-12-31

National Institute of Standards and Technology • Maryland, USA

Performed research in atomic physics.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2000-01-01 — 2001-12-31

Department of Computing Science, University of Glasgow • Glasgow, UK

Engaged in computing science research.

Awards

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National Health Medical Research Council CDF Level 2 Fellowship

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Australian Research Council Future Fellowship

#2009

Faculty of Medicine Dean’s Rising Star Award

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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