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.
After graduating from Monash Pharmacy in 2019, George Tan is undertaking his internship with Ramsay Pharmacy within the Ramsay Healthcare network. He is currently based in Donvale Rehab Hospital as an intern pharmacist, focusing on providing postoperative rehab and geriatric care. He works in collaboration with the medical and allied health teams to improve patient outcomes via routine medication management planning and clinical interventions. Amidst the Covid-19 crises, George was able to contribute towards the integrated public-and-private hospital system by facilitating patient transfer from public hospitals.
With an aim to gain exposure into Monash research space, George is also undertaking a research project with Centre for Medicine Use and Safety. The project investigates the use of beta blockers in cancer subjects and their effects on cancer survival. Utilizing his experience with the Australian PBS, he carries out PBS claims data analysis for the basis of understanding medication use and outcome.
"I would like to dedicate this milestone recognition to the unwavering support and guidance from my family, peers, colleagues, as well as great opportunities presented by Monash! The best part of Monash pharmacy was undoubtedly the learnings from leading and passionate experts from fields of pharmacy practice and pharmacology."
This award is proudly supported by Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Grace is a current fourth year Pharmacy Student, passionate about the world of healthcare and the knowledge of medicines. She initially discovered her passion for pharmacy after working in a community pharmacy during her gap year, and loved being in the frontline of healthcare. She also enjoys travelling and has an adventurous streak when it comes to food.
"I am excited about the prospect of completing my Bachelor of Pharmacy, to then take part in bringing about positive changes to people’s lives through the optimisation of their medications."
This award is proudly supported by Pharmacy Guild of Australia.
Alex commenced the Bachelor of Pharmacy/ Master of Pharmacy degree in 2018. Alongside her studies at high school, Alex enjoyed sport, student leadership and her passion- the performing arts. Alex has continued to extend herself beyond academic pursuits at university, engaging with the Access Monash Mentoring, the Student Ambassador and the Peer Mentoring programs. When not studying, you will find Alex at work in a community pharmacy, relaxing with friends or keeping fit with dance and pilates (iso-style). Alex is interested in pursuing a career in hospital pharmacy, with particular interest in the oncology and haematology space. She looks forward to commencing a six-week clinical research project with the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Alex is passionate about learning ways to improve the lives of people with cancer by optimising their medication management.
"Learning for me is about putting in the work to truly understand big picture concepts, rather than merely wrote learning or memorising material."
This award is proudly supported by Pharmaceutical Defence Limited.
Julia is currently undertaking the Bachelor/Master of Pharmacy degree. By pursuing a career in pharmacy, she hopes to educate people about safe and effective use of medicines, and encourage them to take a more active, informed role in their own care. The growing prevalence of social media and technology has seen an unfortunate increase in misinformation and distrust towards pharmaceuticals, which is an issue that Julia is motivated to combat. In addition, she is interested in endocrine and gastrointestinal health topics, such as the impact of the gut microbiome on our overall health. She is also passionate about reducing the stigma of medication use for mental health disorders.
"Your mental health is just as important as your physical health - remember to look after both."
This award is proudly supported by Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Having grown up in the Netherlands, Peije finished his high school in Australia, where he continued his interest in science. He chose to study the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science Advanced (Honours) as it allowed him to apply this interest in science to make an improvement to people’s lives, however small. His interests diversified during his degree, leading to him choosing to follow the Formulation Science stream. Where he was initially interested in a career in the pharmaceutical industry, he ultimately developed a passion for research, which was further cemented during his pre-honours project. His research into polymeric nanoparticles for diagnostic imaging sparked his interest in personalised nanomedicine, with applications in both therapy and diagnostic imaging. He therefore decided to perform his Honours’ project in this field, and hopes to kickstart his career in this field of research by starting a PhD in 2021.
"It feels great to be able to apply my interest in science, and I hope to continue my career in research to make an improvement to peoples’ lives."
This award is proudly supported by Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists.
Linghui Liu is a current third year Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science student majoring in medicinal chemistry. She chose this course because she always wants to do something that can improve health care. During the course work, she developed hands-on experience in the lab and various employability skills for example critical thinking skills. She has a strong motivation and enthusiasm in applying the knowledge learned to tackle the real world problem in her future career.
"The course of pharmaceutical science gives me valuable opportunities to dive into the world of research very early on under the supervision of highly experienced scientists."
This award is proudly supported by Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Yuchen always has a different answer when she is asked about her favourite place in the world. She loves staying in the hospitals and watching how a medicine treatment is prepared. Looking back to the days in the hospital, she witnessed a lot of lives passed away and a lot of happiness when people’s beloved person was recovered.
From that time, she wished to become a pharmaceutical scientist. As Yuchen gradually becomes stronger, the people she loves start to get weaker and sicker. Current treatments may not be enough for curing their diseases, however, Monash has taught her it is possible to help them in her own hands. The courses in Pharmaceutical Science help her develop a deep understanding about the pharmaceutical world and the respectful atmosphere here demonstrates scientists’ humanity.
"I wish someday I can see myself as a brave, proud, broad-minded and humble person who is willing to strive for a better future without forgetting where I started."