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Dr. Jemma Berry is a Senior Lecturer in Medical Sciences at Edith Cowan University (ECU), specializing in Genetics and Forensic Science. She coordinates the Forensic Science Major in the K05 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) program and focuses on innovative teaching methodologies. Her research interests include genetics of human disease, forensic DNA applications, and placental health. Berry holds a PhD from The University of Western Australia (2004) and a Bachelor of Biotechnology from Murdoch University.
- Teaching roles: Unit coordinator for SCH1133 Human Genetics, SCH2142 Forensic Genetics, and other forensic-related units.
- Professional associations: Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS), Women in Technology Western Australia (WiTWA).
Her research outputs include contributions to microbiology education and studies on autoimmune thyroid disease genetics. Berry has received national and university-level teaching awards, including the 2022 Australian Award for University Teaching (AAUT) and the 2021 WiTWA Tech[+] Award.
- Current research supervision: Master's projects on DNA evidence preservation and placental hormone expression.
- Completed projects include studies on placental hypertensive disorders and mosquito bloodmeal analysis for public health.
