About
Christina Gertrude Yap is a Senior Lecturer in Metabolic Medicine at the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences (JCSMHS), Monash University Malaysia. She is actively involved in research, teaching, and academic leadership, with a focus on diabetic nephropathy, metabolic disorders, and medical education. She supervises PhD students and leads multiple research projects in diabetes and obesity.
- PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Monash University (2012)
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, Monash University (2015)
Dr. Yap's research centers on identifying early biomarkers for metabolic syndromes, particularly diabetic nephropathy, with a focus on CYP2E1 and other endogenous molecules. Her work integrates proteomics, metabolomics, and animal models to explore pharmacokinetics, xenobiotic interactions, and translational applications. She also investigates teaching and learning methodologies in medical education.
Her recent publications (2021–2025) span diabetes, neuroprotection, obesity, and public health, with a strong emphasis on mechanistic studies and clinical translation. Articles explore hippocampal neuroprotection in diabetic rats, social determinants of obesity, and vaccine mechanisms, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach bridging basic science and public health.
Scientific awards include:
- Best Mention Award, 14th Biological Science Congress (2009)
- Best Presentation Award, 5th World Congress on Diabetes and Metabolism (2014)
- First Prize and Best Presentation Award, Monash CSJB Research Week and World Congress on Clinical Trials in Diabetes (2017)
- Seed Grant Award, Monash University (2024)
Dr. Yap has been a PhD supervisor since 2011 and is currently accepting new students. She has secured multiple research grants, including active projects on renal protection in type 2 diabetes and anti-obesity effects of natural compounds. Her leadership roles include coordinating physiology and hematology in the MBBS program and serving on the Student Support Committee. She is a member of the Malaysian Scientific Association and the Malaysian Society of Pharmacology & Physiology.
She leads a research team focused on metabolic medicine, utilizing advanced analytical techniques and collaborative networks to advance understanding of diabetes and obesity. Her lab integrates molecular biology, animal models, and clinical data to develop early diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies.
