Paula Binks

Paula Binks is a PhD scholar and Hepatitis Research Program Manager at the Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University. Since 1998, she has combined roles as a Laboratory Scientist, Registered Nurse, and Project Manager, focusing on hepatitis B and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) research among First Nations Australians. Her work emphasizes culturally sensitive care, community partnerships, and remote healthcare strategies.

• PhD in progress: Hepatitis B and HCC outcomes in Aboriginal communities
• Manages the Hep B PAST project for hepatitis B care
• Developed a 9-language Aboriginal translation model for health resources

Research trends from 2024-2025 highlight:

• Hepatitis B genotypes and disease progression
• Cultural adaptation of digital health tools
• Mixed-methods evaluation of care models
• Urine metabolomics for cancer detection

Her projects integrate UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health) and 10 (Reduced Inequalities). While her academic rank is unlisted, her role as a program manager and researcher aligns with applied health sciences leadership.