Dr. Zoe Ding

Associate Professor

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Biography

Zoe Ding is a Research Fellow and Group Leader of the Immune Memory Laboratory at Monash University. Her research primarily focuses on B-cell plasma cell biology related to health and disease, particularly in the context of autoantibody-mediated autoimmune diseases. Her current projects target plasma cells and autoreactive antibodies that contribute to the pathological basis of autoimmune diseases. With a Ph.D. in Immunology from Uppsala University, she has extensive experience in postdoctoral research, including a funded Swedish International postdoc grant. Since 2021, she has been leading an NHMRC Ideas Grant-funded project at Monash University, working to understand the molecular regulation of B cells in the context of autoimmune conditions. Additionally, Zoe is actively involved in academic community engagements, supervising Honours, Master's, and PhD students in her lab. Her contributions extend to organizing conferences and seminars, emphasizing her commitment to advancing research in immunology.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2024-12-31

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Leading research in plasma cell biology and autoimmunity.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2015-01-01 — 2017-12-31

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Conducted research on B cell function and regulation.

Awards

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Alfred Research Alliance Prize

2024-01-01
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CASS Foundation Travel Award

2023-01-01
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Identification of Depletion of Premalignant B Cells to Prevent B Cell Lymphoma

2017-01-01

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

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