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Dr Jemma Berry

Dr Jemma Berry is a Senior Lecturer within the Medical Sciences discipline of the School of Medical and Health Sciences. She is a teaching-focused academic who specialises in the fields of Genetics and Forensic Science, and co-ordinates the Forensic Science Major within the K05 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) degree. Jemma strives to provide authentic and innovative learning experiences in all her teaching units, encouraging her students to become life-long learners.

Current Teaching

Unit Co-ordinator for the following undergraduate units:

  • SCH1133 Human Genetics
  • SCH2142 Forensic Genetics
  • SCH2143 Forensic Skills
  • SCH3216 Advanced Forensic Skills
  • SCH3217 Forensic Methodology

Co-ordinator of:

Forensic Science Major

Background

Dr Berry spent 10 years in the medical research field before joining ECU in 2014 to pursue a career in higher education. Jemma has been recognised for her teaching quality at both a local and National level and maintains links to research via supervision of postgraduate students.

Professional Associations

  • Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS)
  • Women in Technology Western Australia (WiTWA)

Awards and Recognition

National and International Awards

  • 2022 – Australian Award for University Teaching (AAUT), Citation for Outstanding Contribution to student learning
  • 2021 – WiTWA Tech[+] Award, Women in Technology Western Australia

University and National Teaching Awards

  • 2022 - Vice Chancellor’s Staff Excellence Award, Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

Research Areas and Interests

  • Genetics of human disease
  • Forensic applications of DNA
  • Placental health and maternal outcomes
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