PhD Confirmation of Candidature - Dr Hanh Nguyen, 22 December

All staff and students are invited to Dr Hanh Nguyen's PhD confirmation of candidature.

Wednesday 22 December, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Surgical Seminar Room, Level 5 Block E, Monash Medical Centre

Thesis title: Determinants of skeletal fragility in under-served populations

Synopsis: Women with premature ovarian insufficiency and populations with atypical femoral fractures represent two underserved groups with complex bone disease and high fracture risk. The aim of my PhD is to characterise the clinical, genetic and structural determinants of skeletal fragility in these two populations, and identify opportunities for targeted intervention in order to optimise bone health.

Supervisors: Professor Peter R Ebeling, Clinical A/Professor Frances Milat, Clinical A/Professor Amanda Vincent, A/Professor Carola Zillikens

Panel Chair: A/Professor Elizabeth Algar

Independent assessors: Professor Peter Fuller and Dr David Scott