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Mike McDonald is an Associate Professor at Monash University's School of Biological Sciences and a member of the Centre to Impact Antimicrobial Resistance. He completed his PhD in Evolutionary Genetics at Massy University (New Zealand, 2009), followed by postdoctoral fellowships at Academia Sinica (Taiwan) and Harvard University (USA). In 2016, he established an independent research lab focusing on microbial adaptation mechanisms. His work examines how microbes evolve in controlled environments using techniques like whole-genome sequencing and high-throughput robotics. He leads initiatives to train future AMR experts through the Training and Inclusion working group.
- Education: PhD (2009), Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship (Academia Sinica), Harvard Postdoc (2012)
Research focuses on genetics of adaptation, with projects on horizontal gene transfer, antibiotic resistance spread, and predicting evolutionary responses to environmental changes. He leads major grants including the ARC Centre of Excellence for Cellular Systems and an NHMRC Equipment Grant. Collaborations span international institutions, addressing SDGs like sustainable agriculture and health systems.
Recent articles explore microbial community dynamics, reverse-evolution of antibiotic sensitivity, and antifungal drug engineering. He received the 2020 Vice-Chancellor's Diversity Award, reflecting his commitment to inclusive training programs. His lab employs cutting-edge methods to study evolutionary processes, bridging molecular genetics and ecological systems.
