Exhibition winners
Exhibition winners have earned the Faculty's highest academic distinctions. These students achieved the highest grade across one year of their degree program.
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Exhibition winners have earned the Faculty's highest academic distinctions. These students achieved the highest grade across one year of their degree program.
This award is proudly supported by Guild Insurance.
Perri Teoh is currently undertaking her internship with Monash Health, where she enjoys the challenge of supporting diverse patient populations across a large tertiary health service. Her journey into pharmacy began unexpectedly, sparked by little more than an online “What career is right for me?” quiz, and has continued to surprise her ever since.
Inspired by the educators and pharmacists around her, Perri has embraced the breadth of pharmacy throughout her degree, seeking out opportunities across hospital and community practice, research, and education. A highlight was attending the Global Alliance for Medical Excellence Future Leaders Summit in Prato, Italy, where she connected with other young health professional students and explored shared challenges shaping the global healthcare landscape.
Through these experiences, Perri has developed a strong passion for patient advocacy and autonomy in medicines use. She finds the greatest fulfilment in working closely with patients to understand their perspectives and support more informed, confident decision-making around their medications. She is particularly motivated by the power of pharmacist education in helping patients build the knowledge and skills to advocate for their own health. Looking ahead, Perri hopes to pursue a career in clinical pharmacy, focusing on equitable medicine use and stewardship initiatives.
"I’m honoured to receive this award. I owe gratitude to my loved ones for giving me the courage to take risks and embrace who I am, and to my teaching staff for their continued guidance and encouragement. I hope to give back to this community in the years to come."
This award is proudly supported by the Advanced Pharmacy Australia.
I-Chen is currently completing her fourth year of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)/Master of Pharmacy program. She is passionate about patient care and medication safety, and values the opportunity to support the health and wellbeing of people within the community.
Throughout her studies, I-Chen has worked hard to develop both her clinical knowledge and practical skills. She is committed to promoting the safe and effective use of medicines while continuing to grow in confidence and experience as a future pharmacist. Alongside university, she has been working in a fast-paced community pharmacy, where she has gained valuable insight into both patient care and the day-to-day operations of pharmacy practice. This experience has also strengthened her communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
I-Chen is passionate about lifelong learning and looks forward to continuing to grow as a healthcare professional. She hopes to become a compassionate and trusted pharmacist who can make a positive difference in both the profession and the wider community.
"I am truly honoured and grateful to receive this award. It is a meaningful recognition of the hard work, support, and experiences that have shaped my journey so far. I would like to sincerely thank my university, colleagues, friends, and family for their constant encouragement and support throughout my studies."
This award is proudly supported by Pharmacy Guild of Australia (Victoria Branch).
Ngoc (Emily) Nguyen is currently undertaking her third year at Monash Pharmacy School. Throughout her degree, she has embraced every opportunity the journey has to offer, inspired by the words of Professor Paul White: “The more you get involved, the more you get out of your university life.”
Alongside her studies, Emily has contributed to the student community by partaking in the Student Ambassador as well as Peer Mentoring Programs. Emily is passionate about building up clinical skills through hands-on experience. She is currently training as a student pharmacist at both community and hospital settings, including at Alfred Health, and hopes to expand her experience across different areas of pharmacy practice. A meaningful experience at a regional pharmacy in Mooroopna has deepened her appreciation for the impact pharmacists can have on patients and their communities.
Emily hopes to continue learning and improving herself so she can better care for others and serve the community. She has also set her heart on becoming a clinical oncology pharmacist.
"It is truly an honour to study at Monash Pharmacy School and receive this award. I am grateful for the support of my family, friends, pharmacists, and academics. I hope to keep learning and improving so I can better support patients and make people feel better."
This award is proudly supported by Pharmaceutical Defence Limited (PDL).
Cayden is currently completing his second year of his Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Master of Pharmacy degree at Monash. Enlightened about the various roles and responsibilities of this profession, he strives to develop his core values of empathy, teamwork, and communication skills, and apply them to tasks within the academic course as well as at work at a community pharmacy.
Although a long way from graduating, in the coming semesters, he looks forward to his placements in both community and hospital pharmacy settings, and especially keen on learning how to apply the knowledge gained at university to satisfy the individual needs of patients from various backgrounds. A significant aspect of his academic journey is the various coursemates he has made throughout his first year. His ability to overcome the stressful periods of university is mainly attributed to the support from his coursemates. From preparing for assessments to sharing experiences in the workplace, the bonds he formed with his coursemates have a major contribution to his development as a pharmacist-in-training.
"Throughout this course, I have gained significant understanding about the crucial roles pharmacists play in contributing to quality healthcare. My goal is to graduate this course and strive to become a pharmacist who serves with prudence, empathy and humility, with a persistent desire to maximise patient health and wellbeing."
This award is proudly supported by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Coco Kerong Liao is a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science student at Monash University's Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Driven by a genuine curiosity for how drugs behave within the body, Coco has developed a strong focus on pharmacokinetics and drug formulation, areas that sit at the intersection of rigorous science and real-world therapeutic impact.
She is particularly fascinated by how subtle changes in a drug's formulation can dramatically alter its absorption, distribution, and overall efficacy, and how understanding these mechanisms can be leveraged to design better, more targeted therapies. This interest extends to the translational pipeline where Coco is passionate about research that doesn't stop at the bench, but moves meaningfully toward clinical application and eventually, market-ready products that reach patients who need them.
Coco hopes to pursue postgraduate research following her undergraduate studies, with the goal of contributing to the drug development pipeline in a capacity that bridges laboratory discovery with product development and commercialisation.
"Pharmaceutical science has taught me that the most interesting problems are rarely straightforward. That's exactly what keeps me engaged, and drives me toward research and development."
This award is proudly supported by the Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists.
Alvin is enamoured by how research conceptualises the intangible — how activity on the molecular level can be monitored, and the extent to which it can be manipulated. His studies in pharmaceutical sciences deepened his fascination with how biological mechanisms are leveraged to discover novel drug modalities.
In particular, Alvin has an interest in small molecules that harness the body’s protein degradation system to attack disease-causing proteins. This led him to an internship at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, where he worked on ubiquitin signalling systems in inflammation.
Beyond his academic pursuits, Alvin values his involvement in the broader student community, serving as a faculty student ambassador and PASS leader. These roles are shaped by a dedication to paying forward the mentorship he has received.
"What draws me to research is how questions get asked when a pool of data stares back at you. It’s exciting to watch new findings be interpreted and used to shape the trajectory of an investigation."
This award is proudly supported by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Born in Mauritius, Parinita moved to Melbourne in 2025 to pursue her passion for pharmaceutical sciences at Monash University, drawn by its strong reputation for research and innovation. Despite being far from home, she embraced the opportunity to challenge herself academically and broaden her horizons through studying abroad, while adapting to a new environment and culture.
Her interest in chemistry began in high school and gradually developed into a strong curiosity about the pharmaceutical industry and its impact on global health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she became increasingly inspired by the role of pharmaceutical research in developing life-changing therapeutics, motivating her to pursue a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Advanced (Honours).
Now in her second year, Parinita has developed a growing interest in formulation science and drug development, particularly in skincare formulations and innovative therapeutic products. She is fascinated by the process of creating safe, effective, and accessible medicines that can improve quality of life. Beyond academics, she is actively involved in the Monash Student Association, where she enjoys contributing to the student community and building meaningful connections.
Looking ahead, Parinita is excited to continue exploring the evolving field of pharmaceutical science and is deeply grateful for the unwavering support of her friends, professors, and family throughout her journey.
"Every experience, whether success or setback, teaches us something valuable about who we are becoming"
This award is proudly supported by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Taya Minin is a fourth-year Pharmaceutical Science and Chemical Engineering student at Monash University. Guided by a strong work ethic and collaborative approach, she is passionate about applying engineering principles to pharmaceutical challenges, and is motivated by opportunities to contribute to innovation that improves real-world health outcomes.
Taya recently completed an internship with the R&D department at NBC, an Australian cosmetic contract manufacturer. In this role, she helped improve internal data management systems by condensing and automating key processes, while evaluating raw material and formulation documentation against regulatory certification requirements. This experience strengthened her understanding of product development, compliance and how streamlined processes support industry-based research and manufacturing.
Taya also excelled in the 2025 Monash University Cosmetic Expo, where she contributed to the development of a baby skincare range designed to address common skin concerns, such as eczema and dermatitis. Building on these experiences, her interests lie in biopharmaceutical process engineering, particularly in vaccine/ mRNA manufacturing pipelines in Australia and novel drug delivery systems.
Looking ahead, Taya plans on further developing her skills through Monash’s local and international learning opportunities, including the Monash mRNA Workforce Training Centre and exposure to broader Indo-Pacific pharmaceutical and chemical engineering sectors.
"I am grateful for this recognition and excited to keep building my skills in pharmaceutical and chemical engineering."