Cum Laude 2024

Thesis Title: The history of nursing in the North Kennedy region 1910-1925

Abstract: Sandra Dash identified that education, care contexts, and health and safety were key contributors to the development of formalised nursing in the remote North Kennedy region from 1910-1925

Advisory Panel: Associate Professor David Lindsay, Doctor Narelle Biedermann and Doctor Tanya Langtree

Thesis Title: Improving Diagnostics and Management of Shellfish Allergy: Identifying Putative Allergens in Shellfish and Cross-Reactive Novel Allergens in Edible Insects

Abstract: Doctor Karnaneedi studied allergenic proteins in shellfish and edible insects. He developed a novel protocol that identified the complete repertoire of allergens in shrimps; determined the clinical relevance of shrimp allergens to develop shellfish immunotherapy; and identified unique cross-reactive allergens in edible insects that are clinically significant to people with shellfish allergy.

Advisory Panel: Professor Andreas Lopata, Doctor Sandip Kamath and Doctor Ira Cook

Thesis Title: Patterns and drivers of leaf thermoregulation in rainforest trees of the Australian Wet Tropics

Abstract: Doctor Middleby examined the heat tolerance and avoidance strategies of rainforest trees throughout the Australian Wet Tropics. Her findings reveal new ways that trees can respond to a rapidly warming climate.

Advisory Panel: Professor Lucas Cernusak, Professor Darren Crayn and Doctor Martin Breed

Thesis Title: Host-Tourist Interaction in Ethnic Tourism: Challenges and Strategies for Improved Outcomes in the Central Highlands, Vietnam

Abstract: Doctor Nguyen investigated the influence of physical settings and content on host-tourist interaction challenges and outcomes in the ethnic tourism context. Recommended priority actions focused on Human and Political capital to improve interaction outcomes (Social capital), subsequently making ethnic tourism contribute to local destination community wellbeing in Vietnam’s Central Highlands.

Advisory Panel: Associate Professor Laurie Murphy and Doctor Tingzhen Chen