Theresa Salthouse

Lead establishment and training of whole brain clearing, RNAscope, and IHC protocols; perform scRNA-seq data analysis in R and present findings at national and international conferences.

Investigated molecular mechanisms of drug action for substance use disorder therapeutics, contributing to preclinical studies in cellular and molecular neuroscience.

Studied adult neurogenesis in the subependymal zone and its alterations in schizophrenia, supporting experimental design and data collection.

Produced AAV and lentiviral vectors, performed molecular cloning, and managed a laboratory move including chemical inventories and equipment relocation.

Tutored COGS1000 Introduction to Neuroscience, delivering lectures and assessing student performance for first-year neuroscience students.

Prepared and packed Webster-pak medications for aged-care patients, assisted with dispensing and restocking while maintaining high accuracy.

Managed communication between surgeons, patients, and clinics; organised appointments, billing, and medical scans to streamline clinic operations.

Designed and implemented educational programs for preschool-aged children affected by serious illness to support developmental and emotional needs.

Delivered HIV/AIDS awareness presentations in schools and public areas to reduce stigma and promote prevention as part of an international team.

Grade: Class I

Completed Neuroscience Honours (Class I) through the Translational Neuroscience Facility at UNSW, focusing on molecular effects of trauma during neurodevelopment.

Bachelor of Science in Cognitive and Brain Sciences covering cognitive neuroscience, brain function, and research methods.

Secondary education at Sydney Girls High School completing senior secondary curriculum.