University of Adelaide

Research Assistant

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Fulltime - Research Assistant

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Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)

I am a PhD candidate in the Cancer Treatment Toxicities Group at the University of Adelaide. My research is focussed on understanding the mechanisms of gastrointestinal toxicity following cancer treatments, with a particular focus on the role of the gut microbiome.

I am working towards understanding whether a particular gut microbiome profile prior to cancer treatment determines a patients’ risk of developing gastrointestinal symptoms such as pain, ulceration and diarrhoea as a side effect of treatment. I am interested in personalised cancer care, and believe that each person should be allowed the best care for them. In this vein, I am a member of the Multinational Association for Supportive Care in Cancer. I hope my research will lead to the development of biomarkers for gastrointestinal side-effects of cancer treatment, so we can effectively treat cancer, while avoiding distressing side effects.

I aspire to a career where I am able to effect positive change in health care, whether this be in an academic role, or in a strategic, policy based role in government or not-for-profit. To develop my skills in these areas, I am currently on the organising committee for National Science Week in South Australia, and have recently completed an internship in research translation and commercialisation.

Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine)

Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)

Kate Secombe / Fulltime - Research Assistant

Research Assistant

University of Adelaide

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