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Professor Rebecca Mason is a Professor of Endocrine Physiology at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences within the Sydney Medical School. She serves as Deputy Director of the Bosch Institute and is a member of the Charles Perkins Centre. Holding an MBBS (Hons) and PhD, her expertise bridges clinical endocrinology and scientific research, focusing on vitamin D, bone health, and photoprotection in skin. Her work has reshaped Australian sun exposure guidelines, emphasizing balanced UV exposure for vitamin D synthesis.
Education:
- MBBS (Honours)
- PhD
Research Interests: Professor Mason investigates vitamin D’s role in bone and skin health, including calcium sensing receptor (CaSR) mechanisms, UV-induced DNA damage prevention, and public health policy. She pioneered assays for vitamin D compounds and demonstrated extra-renal vitamin D activation, contributing to global health guidelines.
Awards:
- International Workshop on Vitamin D Career Contribution Award
Grants & Projects:
- UNcle Biologics Stability Platform (Cancer Institute NSW)
- Winter vitamin D-muscle link study (Australian Research Council)
- Type 2 Diabetes skeletal fragility research
Labs/Teams: Bosch Institute, Charles Perkins Centre, ANZ Bone and Mineral Society (Past President).
