Leena Awawdeh

Leena Awawdeh is a Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Technology at the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University. She is based in Wagga Wagga and actively contributes to teaching, research, and community engagement in veterinary sciences.

Her research interests include:

• Veterinary public health and epidemiology
• Antimicrobial resistance in animal populations
• Animal welfare and conservation advocacy
• Molecular mechanisms of pathogenic infections, particularly Escherichia coli in poultry
• Social and economic barriers to pet ownership

Dr. Awawdeh's work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with industry, government, and research institutions to advance One Health principles. Her research projects are externally funded and contribute significantly to animal and public health knowledge.

She is affiliated with academic platforms including Google Scholar, ORCiD, and ResearchGate, reflecting her active scholarly presence.

Dr. Awawdeh is committed to innovative teaching, experiential learning, and curriculum development. Her teaching philosophy promotes active student engagement, critical thinking, and research skill development in veterinary technology education.