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Philip Nicholls is an Associate Professor at the School of Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences, Murdoch University, and holds an adjunct position at the University of Notre Dame Australia. His research focuses on veterinary pathology, histopathology, virology, and forensic science, with particular interests in taphonomy, microbial interactions with bones, and neuro-immune system interactions. He has contributed to understanding disease mechanisms in wildlife, such as the endangered western barred bandicoot, and has developed diagnostic tools for aquatic animal health.
Education:
- PhD in Virology (University of Cambridge, 1995–1998)
- BVSc in Veterinary Science (University of Bristol, 1985–1991)
- FRCPath in Veterinary Pathology (Royal College of Pathologists, 1996–1999)
- Advanced degrees in Health Professional Education (University of Notre Dame Australia)
Research interests span forensic taphonomy, viral pathogenesis, and the application of microscopy in disease diagnosis. His work bridges veterinary science, microbiology, and conservation biology.
Awards include Murdoch University’s Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Enhancing Learning (2007) and the Carrick Institute’s Citation for Excellence in University Teaching (2007), reflecting his dedication to innovative teaching methods like virtual microscopy.
His recent articles explore topics such as bone diagenesis in marine environments, neuro-immune interactions in lymphoid tissues, and forensic applications of microbial bioerosion. He has collaborated on projects addressing epizootic diseases in aquatic species and papillomavirus-associated tumors in endangered marsupials.
Labs/Teams: Active in Murdoch’s Medical and Forensic Sciences facilities, contributing to interdisciplinary research on wildlife health and forensic anthropology.
