Claire R. Sharp

Claire R. Sharp is an Associate Professor at Murdoch University, affiliated with the School of Veterinary Medicine (College of Environmental and Life Sciences) and the Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability under the Harry Butler Institute. She also serves as Section Head of Emergency and Critical Care at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (BS), Veterinary Biology (1998–2000), Murdoch University
• Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (Hons) (2001–2002), Murdoch University
• Master of Science (MSc), Veterinary Clinical Sciences (2007–2010), University of Missouri
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (2006–2010)
• Associate Fellow (AFHEA), Higher Education Authority (2019)
• Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) (2023)

Research Interests: Focuses on veterinary emergency medicine, critical care, sepsis, biomarkers, transfusion medicine, immunology, and virology. Her work emphasizes translational research in blood plasma storage, anaphylaxis management, and clinical diagnostics in veterinary settings.

Awards & Recognition:

• Top 2% researcher globally (2023)
• Australian Small Animal Veterinarians Award for Scientific Excellence (2023)
• Vice Chancellor’s Excellence in Teaching Award (2017)
• Multiple residency mentorship awards from University of Missouri (2008–2009)

Professional Roles: Leads emergency care services at Murdoch’s veterinary hospital and contributes to teaching in veterinary medicine. Holds governance qualifications (GAICD) and higher education fellowships.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability, focusing on integrative research in veterinary critical care and ecosystem health.