Parasitology
Researchers in our Faculty study a variety of socio-economically important parasites. Parasitic diseases cause millions of deaths and enormous suffering in people and animals around the world. Our main goal is to understand parasites and the diseases that they cause, so that we can develop effective treatments, vaccines, diagnostic tests and strategies for effective control.
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Research opportunity: Pets, Parasites and People - Epidemiological investigation of companion animal endoparasites in Australia.
Project
Pets, Parasites and People - Epidemiological investigation of companion animal endoparasites in Australia.
We are currently seeking a MPhil or PhD student to enrol in an industry-funded project titled: Pets, People and Parasites in Australia.
The project will use cutting-edge epidemiological and molecular diagnostic tools to ascertain the current prevalence, distribution and risk factors associated with parasites and vector-borne diseases in dogs and cats in Australia. Not only do these agents impact the health of pets, but many are capable of infecting humans, thus posing a zoonotic risk to family members and the public.
Eligibility
A background in Veterinary Medicine or Science is ideal, but not mandatory. Interested students will be expected to either possess, or successfully apply for a full-time domestic or international RHD scholarship through the University of Melbourne to be eligible.
Contact
Please contact Prof Rebecca Traub directly for further enquiries.
rebecca.traub@unimelb.edu.au