COMBATING DENGUE
Dengue is a mosquito-borne virus that infects millions of people every year . Researchers at Monash ’ s Southeast Asia Community Observatory worked closely with the Ministry of Health in Malaysia to develop a mobile application that can be used to geo-locate , tag and photograph potential breeding sites as well as the location of dengue cases . This application is helping health officials to better manage their resources and conduct targeted fogging .
DETECTING HARMFUL POLLUTANTS
A team led by Associate Professor Narayanan Ramakrishnan is working on an advanced sensor that can detect harmful environmental pollutants . The sensor will be able to function without a power supply and can be manufactured into wearables like watches , rings and belts . This invention will make an enormous difference for people living in polluted cities .
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IMPROVING ACCESS TO EDUCATION
Education is a basic right but for most refugee youth , it ’ s a privilege . A Monash team led by Priya Sharma is working with UNHCR and non-governmental organisations to advocate access to higher education for refugees in Malaysia . With initiatives from bridge courses to mentorship programs , we aim to empower refugee youth to gain a place at any university .
SECURING OUR DATA PRIVACY
Most of us don ' t think twice about connecting to a public Wi-Fi network , and that ' s what hackers are counting on . Associate Professor Wong Kok Sheik is working on encrypting content to prevent hackers from accessing personal information from intercepted files , so you ' ll be able to enjoy your coffee and free Wi-Fi with peace of mind .
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REVISING DRUG DOSAGES
Our genes affect how our bodies respond to medicine , yet most drug dosages on the market are tailored to the caucasian body . Professor Gan Siew Hua ’ s study was the first to learn that Malaysians have increased difficulty metabolising certain antidepressants , antihypertensives and analgesics , leading to more side effects . By adjusting drug doses based on genetic differences , we can ensure that all patients are receiving the best treatment possible .
ALLEVIATING TRAFFIC CONGESTION
Traffic congestion costs Malaysia RM13 billion yearly in lost productivity , wasted fuel and environmental damage . Dr Susilawati ’ s research is looking into coordinating traffic signals to reduce up to 100 seconds in travel time for each driver . She ’ s part of a multidisciplinary research team at Monash that is developing an intelligent transportation ecosystem to ease traffic congestion and reduce carbon emissions .
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POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2021
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