Kyle Hewitt

Honours Research

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About me
Associate Lecturer and PhD candidate at the University of Wollongong
Education
- Southern IML Pathology
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  Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215)
- University of Wollongong
  2022 - 2025
  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Medicine
- University of Wollongong
  2021 - 2021
  Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences (Honours)
  - Honours (First Class)- Dean's Merit List - Having achieved a ranking in the top 5% of students in the School of Medicine, Indigenous Health and Health Sciences
- University of Wollongong
  2017 - 2021
  Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences
Experience
- Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute
  Feb 2021 - Nov 2021
  Honours Research
  Honours research in neuropharmacology and oncology, focusing on the effects of cannabidiol on glioblastoma multiforme
- UOW College
  Jan 2023 - Jan 2024
  -DSCI112 (Molecules, Cells and Organisms) Contributed to the curriculum of DHMS160 (Scientific Literacy) by designing and delivering a lecture focusing on the topic of "Scientific Advancements"
  - Tutor
    Jan 2023 - Jan 2024
  - Guest Lecturer
    Jan 2023 - Jan 2023
- University of Wollongong
  Jul 2023 - now
  In this role, I supervised a 3rd year undergraduate student in MEDI350 (Research Projects). This involved guiding the student through a comprehensive research project in the field of molecular neuroscience.Key responsibilities included: • Assisting with experimental design.• Supervising and providing hands-on instruction during lab sessions.• Overseeing data collection.• Mentoring the student in data analysis and interpretation.• Reviewing and offering constructive feedback on report drafts.• Preparing the student for effective oral presentations. Show less
  - Elected University Council Member
    Jan 2025 - now
  - Subject Practical Coordinator: Control Mechanisms Physiology (MEDI211)
    Feb 2025 - now
  - Elected Academic Senate Member
    Jan 2025 - now
  - Subject Manager: Research Methods and Analysis (MEDI304)
    Jun 2024 - now
  - Laboratory Manager: UOW Centre for Translational Neuroscience (CTN)
    Feb 2024 - now
  - Tutor
    Jan 2023 - now
  - Laboratory Demonstrator
    Jan 2021 - now
  - Research Supervisor for MEDI350
    Jul 2023 - Nov 2023
- Science Connected
  Jun 2024 - now
  Science Communicator
  My role as a Science Communicator is to author engaging articles on scientific topics, translating complex research into accessible language for the public.
- Wollongong University Postgraduate Association (WUPA)
  Nov 2024 - now
  Vice President
Licenses & Certifications
- Ethical Research Certification
  University of Wollongong
  Mar 2022
- Biosafety & Genetically Modified Organisms Training
  University of Wollongong
  Feb 2021
- SMAH Workplace Health and Safety Training
  University of Wollongong
  Feb 2021
- Laboratory Safety Certification
  University of Wollongong
  Mar 2021
Volunteer Experience
- Higher Degree Research (HDR) and Casual Staff Representative
  Issued by School of Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience (SCMB) Learning and Teaching Committee – UOW on Oct 2022
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- Higher Degree Research (HDR) Representative
  Issued by Science Medicine and Health (SMAH) Faculty Graduate Research Committee (FGRC) - UOW on Mar 2024
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- Higher Degree Research (HDR) Representative
  Issued by Faculty of Science, Medicine, and Health (SMAH) Safe at Work Committee - UOW on Jun 2024
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- Higher Degree Research (HDR) Representative
  Issued by School of Medical, Indigenous, and Health Sciences (MIHS) HDR Student Representative Committee - UOW on Jan 2023
  Associated with Kyle Hewitt