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Overview
Associate Professor Tina Skinner-Adams is an academic at Griffith University's School of Environment and Science, specializing in parasite biology and drug discovery. She holds positions in the Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics and leads the Parasite Biology Laboratory. Her research focuses on malaria and Giardia parasites, with over 100 publications and an H-index of 42. She has attracted over $6 million in research funding, including NHMRC grants, and trained 20 Honours and 29 RHD students.
Education
- PhD in Biology, University of Western Australia (1995–2000)
- Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary), Queensland University of Technology (2011–2014)
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), Murdoch University (1990–1994)
Research Interests
Her work spans anti-parasitic drug discovery, with a focus on Plasmodium falciparum (malaria) and Giardia duodenalis. She investigates drug resistance mechanisms, novel compound development, and epigenetic modulation in parasites. Recent efforts include slow-action anti-malarial compounds and combination therapies for drug-resistant Giardiasis.
Grants & Awards
- NHMRC Ideas Grant (2024–2027): Combating Giardiasis and Malaria Drug Resistance
- HEA Fellowship (2023): Recognition for teaching excellence
- Over $6M in competitive funding including NHMRC and industry grants
Teaching & Supervision
Supervises 5 current PhD students and has trained 29 RHD students. Teaching focuses on problem-based learning in infectious diseases, emphasizing critical evaluation of evolving scientific knowledge. Serves on the Griffith Biosafety Committee and HDR Convenor roles.
Lab & Collaborations
Leads the Parasite Biology Lab, collaborating with institutions like the Queensland Institute of Medical Research and Medicines for Malaria Venture. Active in drug screening, proteomic studies, and translational research.
