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Advanced Research Techniques in Parasitology

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Add new research methods to your toolkit

On this six-week course taught by expert researchers at the Universiti of Malaya, you’ll master new and cutting-edge research methods in parasitology.

From molecular diagnostics to genetic manipulation and spatial-temporal analysis, you’ll be armed with a toolbox of techniques for your next research project.

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Apply principles in advanced molecular diagnostic, immunological, genetic, and GIS for research and diagnosis of parasitic infections.
  • Interpret experimental data of parasitic infections.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for anyone interested in parasitology. Having a foundation in parasitology or microbiology can enhance comprehension of the material, but it is not mandatory. It will be particularly valuable to students pursuing or interested in pursuing a master’s degree in the field.

Educators

DR. LEE WENN-CHYAU

Dr. Lee Wenn-Chyau received his BSc (Hons) degree in Biomedical Sciences from University of Malaya, Malaysia in 2011, and graduated with his PhD in Medical Sciences from University of Malaya in 2014.

DR. AMIRAH AMIR

Dr. Amirah Amir obtained her MBBS from University of Malaya in 2008. After completing her compulsory service under Ministry of Health, she pursued her PhD in Medical Parasitology (UM) and currently holds the post of Medical Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya.

DR. CHEONG FEI WEN

Dr. Cheong Fei Wen obtained her Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Science (with distinction) from Universiti Malaya (UM), Malaysia in 2009. She passed her PhD with distinction early 2015 and received her PhD scroll in UM convocation 2015. She is currently holding the post of senior lecturer in Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, UM.

ASSOCIATE PROF. DR. ROMANO NGUI

Dr. Romano Ngui is an Associate Professor at the Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya.