Dr. Vita Birzniece

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Vita Birzniece is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Medicine at UNSW Sydney, and an honorary clinical researcher at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research. With a background in neuroendocrinology, Dr. Birzniece has devoted over 14 years to researching the regulation of fat/protein metabolism and body composition through hormones, demonstrated through more than 40 peer-reviewed publications. She has played a key role in metabolic research at prestigious institutes, including the Garvan Institute and St Vincent’s Hospital, and has designed and coordinated various high-quality studies. Dr. Birzniece's lab utilizes advanced techniques such as stable isotopes for metabolic assessments. Her investigations include multiple clinical trials focusing on metabolic challenges between exercise and cancer therapy. She has received various awards for her contributions to endocrinology.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2019-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in endocrinology and metabolism.

Honorary Clinical Researcher

— Present

Garvan Institute of Medical Research • Sydney, Australia

Engaged in metabolic research and studies on hormonal regulation.

Senior Lecturer (Conjoint)

2013-01-01 — Present

Western Sydney University • Sydney, Australia

Led the establishment of the Metabolic Research Unit at the WSU Clinical School.

Awards

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Women in Endocrinology Young Investigator Award

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Novo Nordisk New Investigator Award

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Outstanding Abstract Award Endocrine Society

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
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