Biography
Aaron is a research scientist with a background in molecular biology, innate immunity, and molecular virology. His current research involves identifying and characterising novel genes/proteins that regulate our immune responses, with the aim of developing new therapeutic targets for the treatment of immune-related diseases such as inflammation and infection. He joined CSIRO and the Host Response team in 2019 as a postdoctoral research fellow, following completion of his PhD at the University of Melbourne in the lab of Greg Moseley, during which he investigated host-pathogen interactions important to lyssavirus infection and immune evasion. Aaron specialises in the use of molecular and biochemical tools, cell-based assays, and microscopy to delineate the functions of virus and host proteins and their impact on biological processes.
Academic Qualifications
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2019
Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences)
University of Melbourne -
2011
Bachelor of Biotechnology with Honours (Medical Biotechnology)
Monash University
Achievements and Awards
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2020-
Best Science Seminar - Open Award
CSIRO-ACDP -
2016-
Sawyer Medal for outstanding research achievements during a PhD
University of Melbourne -
2015-
Best Oral Presentation
VIIN Young Investigators Symposium
Community and Corporate Citizenship
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2021-present
Organising Committee - VIIN Young Investigators Symposium
ORCID 0000-0002-2999-186X