Staff Profile
Career Summary
Qualifications
- PhD, University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Science, University of Newcastle
Research
Research keywords
- Reproductive Biology
Research expertise
I obtained my PhD from the University of Newcastle (awarded 1999) working on a collaborative project with the Vertebrate Biocontrol CRC focused on characterising protein expression and function in male gametogenesis. This work helped to define to role of the male reproductive tract in post-testicular sperm maturation. I then undertook post-doctoral research in the Department of Cell Biology, Emory University, GA, USA (1999-2000). This work centred on the characterisation of a knockout mouse model bearing a targeted deletion of a key protein involved in gamete interactions. In 2001, I was recruited to the University of Newcastle as an Associate Lecturer in Biological Sciences and promoted to the position of Lecturer in 2004, Senior Lecturer in 2007, and Associate Professor in 2011. Since appointment I have established an active research program focusing on the use of human and animal models to characterise the processes of gamete maturation. In spermatozoa, I am working on a number of projects with the overriding goal of elucidating the molecular mechanisms that govern sperm activation and regulate gamete interactions. In folliculogenesis, I have focussed on cell signalling pathways that contribute to the initiation of primordial follicle activation and the effects of environmental ovotoxicants. These projects are of strategic importance in the design of post-testicular methods of fertility regulation, the development of assisted conception systems for the preservation of endangered species and elucidation of the causes of human male infertility.
My research niche complements existing programs in male germ cell development and ovarian biology within the Reproductive Science Group at the University of Newcastle. It also represents a strategically important subprogram of the University’s Priority Research Centre (PRC) for Reproductive Science. Furthermore, my research encompasses the National Research Priority goals of (i) safeguarding Australia (protecting Australia from invasive diseases and pests) and (ii) promoting and maintaining good health (a healthy start to life).
Languages
- English
Fields of Research
| Code | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 111499 | Paediatrics And Reproductive Medicine Not Elsewhere Classified | 50 |
| 060100 | Biochemistry And Cell Biology | 35 |
| 060899 | Zoology Not Elsewhere Classified | 15 |
Memberships
Editorial Board.
- Editor - Molecular Human Reproduction
Learned Academy.
- Member - Society for Reproductive Biology
- Member - Society for the Study of Reproduction
Awards
Distinction.
| 2009 | Faculty of Science and IT Research Higher Degree Supervisor of the Year The University of Newcastle (Australia) Award for supervision excellence |
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| 2009 | The University of Newcastle Supervisor of the Year The University of Newcastle (Australia) Award for supervision excellence |
Recognition.
| 2011 | Certificate of Recognition for excellent contribution to peer review Human Reproduction (United Kingdom) Certificate of Recognition for excellent contribution to Human Reproduction’s peer review process during 2011. Certificates are awarded to only the top 10% of the Journal’s reviewers as judged by the quality and timeliness of their reviews. |
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| 1998 | Finalist, Junior Scientist Competition Australian Society for Reproductive Biology (Australia) |
Research Award.
| 2012 | Award for Excellence in Reproductive Biology Research Society for Reproductive Biology (Australia) This award recognizes an excellent contributor working in the field of Reproductive Biology who is within 15 years post-receipt of their Doctorate. Criteria: The successful applicant will have demonstrated a substantial and sustained contribution to research in the field of Reproductive Biology. Evidence of such contribution to be considered includes: • Peer-Reviewed Publications • National and International Awards • National and International Invited Presentations • Student Completions • Grant Awards • Commercial and/or clinical translation • Institutional Responsibilities • Service to profession |
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| 2007 | New Investigator Grant Hunter Medical Research Institute (Australia) Grant awarded to junior scientists showing evidence of their potential to be group leaders |
| 2006 | Lalor Foundation Award American Society of Andrology (United States) Awarded for presentation at the 31st Annual meeting of the American Society of Andrology, Chicago, IL, USA. |
| 1998 | Student Travel Grant American Society of Andrology (United States) Awarded for presentation at the 23rd Annual meeting of the American Society of Andrology, Long Beach, CA, USA (1998) |
Invitations
| The Biology of Extracellular Molecular Chaperones Novartis Foundation, United Kingdom (Conference Presentation - non published.) | 2007 |
Collaboration
I have collaborative partnerships with a number of pre-eminent national and international scientists within the field of gamete biology. Similarly, I have established collaborations with IVF clinics to support the extension of my research program into the clinical domain. This nexus is critical for our ability to drive translational outcomes in understanding the aetiology of human male infertility.
Administrative
Administrative expertise
Service to the University
I am dedicated to building achievements in relation to University, Community and Professional Service. Since appointment to my current position I have made a significant commitment to University Service and related professional activities. Specifically, I focused on initiatives that enrich the student learning experience and promote a vibrant research culture, thus contributing to the status of the University's teaching and research profile. My committee membership aligns with my recognised strengths in teaching and research, and has included:
Faculty of Science and IT Student Recruitment Committee
School of Environmental and Life Sciences Honours Committee (Chair)
Discipline of Biological Sciences Postgraduate Committee
Analytical and Biomolecular Research Facility Advisory Committee
Reproductive Sciences OH&S Committee
Service to the profession
I review for a number of grant bodies such as NHMRC and Medical Research Council (UK). I also review for 12 specialist journals including Reproduction, Biology of Reproduction, Human Reproduction, Developmental Biology (~20 manuscripts/year) and serve as an Associate Editor for Molecular Human Reproduction.
Teaching
Teaching keywords
- Biology
Teaching expertise
Undergraduate Teaching
Since my appointment in 2001, I have made a significant and sustained contribution to the teaching effort of the Discipline of Biological Sciences through the delivery of lectures and supervision of practical classes and tutorials across a broad range of courses (Levels 1000 – 4000). I strive for excellence in teaching and generate consistently high SEC and SET evaluations and qualitative feedback. My current teaching commitment includes:
BIOL1001 Cells, Molecules, and Organisms
BIOL1001 Gifted and Talented Program (Course coordinator)
BIOL2001 Molecular Laboratory Skills for Biological Sciences
BIOL2010 Biochemistry (Course coordinator)
BIOL2050 Molecular Genetics
BIOL3200 Cellular Biotechnology
BIOL3250 Biotechnology Placement
BIOL4110 - BIOL4220 BSc (Biology) Honours / BBiotech Honours (Program coordinator)
Research Training
Since 2001, I have supervised 6 PhD, 1 MPhil and 13 Honours students to successful completion of their research higher degrees. I am currently the principal supervisor of 3 PhD and 1 Honours student and the co-supervisor of an additional 3 PhD students. My commitment to research training is evidenced by the recent award of RHD Supervisor of the Year (2009), the University of Newcastle’s highest accolade for student supervision. The quality of my students is attested by the award of numerous platform and poster prizes at national and international meetings, including: best student poster at Lorne Protein (2003), Oozoa award for best student oral presentation at the Society for Reproduction (SRB) annual meeting (2008 & 2010), best student poster at the Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology annual meeting (2010), best student poster at the International Symposium on Spermatology (Japan, 2010), and the SRB - New Investigator award (2011).
Grants and Funding
Summary
| Number of grants | 34 |
|---|---|
| Total funding | $4,450,995 |
For project grants received where the lead institution is other than the University of Newcastle, details are shown in italics.
Click on a grant title below to expand the full details for that specific grant.
2013 (6 grants)
Novel function of heat shock protein 2A in the regulation of human sperm-egg interactions$292,182
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Eileen McLaughlin | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $292,182 | 2013 | 2015 |
| GNo:G1200193 | ||
Leica TP 1020 Automatic Tissue Processor for histology applications$35,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Pradeep Tanwar, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Professor Xu Dong Zhang, Professor Robert Callister, Associate Professor Phillip Dickson, Professor Hubert Hondermarck, Doctor Jean-Marie Sontag, Professor Dirk Van Helden, Doctor Doug Smith, Doctor Phil Jobling, Associate Professor Estelle Sontag, Associate Professor Paul Tooney, Doctor Susan Hua, Doctor Janet Holt, Doctor Jay Horvat, Associate Professor Liz Milward, Professor Adam McCluskey, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Rebecca Lim, Associate Professor Alan Brichta | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $35,000 | 2013 | 2013 |
| GNo:G1201185 | ||
Novel mechanisms for the regulation of sperm-oocyte interactions$20,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $20,000 | 2013 | 2013 |
| GNo:G1300458 | ||
NucleoCounter SP100$14,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Laureate Professor John Aitken, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Doctor Mark Baker, Doctor Geoffry De Iuliis, Doctor Lisa Mitchell, Doctor Matthew Jobling, Ms Zamira Gibb, Mr Nenad Naumovski | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $14,000 | 2013 | 2013 |
| GNo:G1201175 | ||
Dynamin - role in sperm oocyte interaction$10,000
Funding Body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor Adam McCluskey | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $10,000 | 2013 | 2013 |
| GNo:G1300700 | ||
Dynamin - role in sperm oocyte interaction$10,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor Adam McCluskey | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $10,000 | 2013 | 2013 |
| GNo:G1300483 | ||
2011 (2 grants)
SLX4 - a key regulator of male germ cell development and DNA repair$25,000
Funding Body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $25,000 | 2011 | 2011 |
| GNo:G1001000 | ||
Eppendorf mastercycler pro with thermomixer comfort and 5430R centrifuge$15,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Professor Peter Lewis, Professor Adam McCluskey, Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Doctor Jennette Sakoff, Doctor Ian Grainge, Doctor Janet Holt, Doctor Xiao Yang | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $15,000 | 2011 | 2011 |
| GNo:G1100028 | ||
2010 (6 grants)
An Integrated LC-MS-NMR facility for Applications in Proteomics and Organic Chemistry$500,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Adam McCluskey, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Paul Dastoor, Professor Phillip Robinson, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Emeritus Professor Geoffrey Lawrance, Professor Marcel Maeder, Professor Hugh Dunstan, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Rob Atkin, Doctor Clovia Holdsworth, Doctor Mark Baker, Doctor Nikki Verrills, Professor Gottfried Otting, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Xiaojing Zhou, Ms Megan Chircop, Doctor Warwick Belcher | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities (LIEF) | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $500,000 | 2010 | 2010 |
| GNo:G0190402 | ||
Laser microdissection microscopy system for cell and development biology$350,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Alan Brichta, Doctor Rick Thorne, Doctor Doug Smith, Associate Professor David McCurdy, Conjoint Professor Ray Rose, Professor Christopher Grof, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman, Professor Gordon Burns, Doctor Brett Graham, Associate Professor Paul Tooney, Professor Roger Smith, Professor Paul Foster, Professor Trevor Day, Professor Robert Callister | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities (LIEF) | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $350,000 | 2010 | 2010 |
| GNo:G0190369 | ||
An Integrated LC-MS-NMR facility for Applications in Proteomics and Organic Chemistry$280,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Adam McCluskey, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Paul Dastoor, Professor Phillip Robinson, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Emeritus Professor Geoffrey Lawrance, Professor Marcel Maeder, Professor Hugh Dunstan, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Rob Atkin, Doctor Clovia Holdsworth, Doctor Mark Baker, Doctor Nikki Verrills, Professor Gottfried Otting, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Xiaojing Zhou, Ms Megan Chircop, Doctor Warwick Belcher | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $280,000 | 2010 | 2010 |
| GNo:G1000873 | ||
Monotremes provide a key to understanding the molecular biology of mammalian gamete evolution$270,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Dr Heath Ecroyd, Conjoint Associate Professor Russell Jones | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Discovery Projects | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $270,000 | 2010 | 2012 |
| GNo:G0190056 | ||
Laser microdissection microscopy system for cell and development biology$215,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Alan Brichta, Doctor Rick Thorne, Doctor Doug Smith, Associate Professor David McCurdy, Conjoint Professor Ray Rose, Professor Christopher Grof, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman, Professor Gordon Burns, Doctor Brett Graham, Associate Professor Paul Tooney, Professor Roger Smith, Professor Paul Foster, Professor Trevor Day, Professor Robert Callister | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $215,000 | 2010 | 2010 |
| GNo:G1000874 | ||
Waters, Ultra high performance liquid chromatography system (nano-Aquity)
$30,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Mark Baker, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Adam McCluskey, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor John Rostas, Professor Eileen McLaughlin | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $30,000 | 2010 | 2010 |
| GNo:G1000051 | ||
2009 (5 grants)
An Advanced Mass Spectrometry Facility for Applications in Proteomics and Organic Chemistry$495,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Adam McCluskey, Doctor Mark Baker, Doctor Nikki Verrills, Professor Marcel Maeder, Doctor Xiaojing Zhou, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Conjoint Professor Ray Rose, Professor Hugh Dunstan, Professor Christopher Grof, Professor Roger Smith, Conjoint Professor Peter Gibson, Conjoint Professor Alison Jones, Professor Mike Calford, Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Doctor Rick Thorne, Emeritus Professor Peter Dunkley, Professor Paul Foster, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman, Professor Gordon Burns, Associate Professor Phillip Dickson, Professor John Rostas, Professor Rodney Scott, Associate Professor Paul Tooney, Professor Phil Hansbro, Professor Pablo Moscato, Professor Paul Dastoor, Professor Peter Lewis | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities (LIEF) | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $495,000 | 2009 | 2009 |
| GNo:G0189122 | ||
Characterization of the molecular basis of human sperm-oocyte interaction$474,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Dr M O'Bryan | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $474,000 | 2009 | 2011 |
| GNo:G0188867 | ||
Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy for Live Cell Imaging$275,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Conjoint Professor Ray Rose, Emeritus Professor John Patrick, Conjoint Professor Christina Offler, Associate Professor David McCurdy, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman, Professor Gordon Burns, Professor Dirk Van Helden, Doctor Nikki Verrills, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Yong-Ling Ruan, Doctor Rick Thorne, Professor Mike Calford | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities (LIEF) | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $275,000 | 2009 | 2009 |
| GNo:G0189038 | ||
An Advanced Mass Spectrometry Facility for Applications in Proteomics and Organic Chemistry$50,000
Funding Body: ARC (Australian Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Adam McCluskey, Doctor Mark Baker, Doctor Nikki Verrills, Professor Marcel Maeder, Doctor Xiaojing Zhou, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Conjoint Professor Ray Rose, Professor Hugh Dunstan, Professor Christopher Grof, Professor Roger Smith, Conjoint Professor Peter Gibson, Conjoint Professor Alison Jones, Professor Mike Calford, Conjoint Professor Keith Jones, Doctor Rick Thorne, Emeritus Professor Peter Dunkley, Professor Paul Foster, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman, Professor Gordon Burns, Associate Professor Phillip Dickson, Professor John Rostas, Professor Rodney Scott, Associate Professor Paul Tooney, Professor Phil Hansbro, Professor Pablo Moscato, Professor Paul Dastoor, Professor Peter Lewis | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities (LIEF) Partner funding | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $50,000 | 2009 | 2009 |
| GNo:G0189948 | ||
LAS-4000 Chemiluminescence imaging system$25,000
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Peter Lewis, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Equipment Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $25,000 | 2009 | 2009 |
| GNo:G0189852 | ||
2008 (4 grants)
Xenobiotics - ocidative stress in the mammalian ovary$362,625
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $362,625 | 2008 | 2010 |
| GNo:G0187620 | ||
Understanding the aetiology of human male infertility: Elucidation of the mechanisms underpinning sperm-egg interaction$21,650
Funding Body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor Eileen McLaughlin | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $21,650 | 2008 | 2008 |
| GNo:G0188465 | ||
Characterization of the molecular basis of mouse sperm-oocyte interaction$18,285
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Professor Eileen McLaughlin | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $18,285 | 2008 | 2008 |
| GNo:G0188405 | ||
41st Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction $2,500
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Travel Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $2,500 | 2008 | 2008 |
| GNo:G0188643 | ||
2007 (4 grants)
Chemokines and spermatogenesis: roles of SDF-1 and CXCR-4 in the establishment of spermatogenesis$20,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Doctor Shaun Roman, Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $20,000 | 2007 | 2007 |
| GNo:G0187197 | ||
Determination of the molecular processes involved in post-testicular development of sperm in the platypus and their relationship with sperm competition$16,471
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Conjoint Associate Professor Russell Jones | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Near Miss Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $16,471 | 2007 | 2007 |
| GNo:G0187188 | ||
Validation of novel model to explain the functional activation of mouse spermatozoa$7,998
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Pilot Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $7,998 | 2007 | 2007 |
| GNo:G0187878 | ||
Validation of novel model to explain the functional activation of mouse spermatozoa$7,002
Funding Body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Science & IT
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Pilot Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $7,002 | 2007 | 2007 |
| GNo:G0188360 | ||
2006 (1 grants)
PRC - Priority Research Centre for Reproductive Science$544,282
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Laureate Professor John Aitken, Professor Roger Smith, Professor Eileen McLaughlin, Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Shaun Roman, Conjoint Associate Professor Vicki Clifton, Conjoint Professor Warwick Giles, Associate Professor Jon Hirst, Conjoint Associate Professor Rick Nicholson, Conjoint Professor Ian Symonds | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Priority Research Centre | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $544,282 | 2006 | 2013 |
| GNo:G0186945 | ||
2005 (1 grants)
The initiation of fertilisation: Characterisation of the sperm receptor complex for the oocyte$9,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Laureate Professor John Aitken | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $9,000 | 2005 | 2005 |
| GNo:G0184742 | ||
2004 (3 grants)
Characterisation of a novel recepto-mediated signal transduction pathway in human spermatozoa.$14,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Conjoint Professor Leonie Ashman | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $14,000 | 2004 | 2004 |
| GNo:G0183444 | ||
Molecular basis of sperm-egg interaction: Identification of the receptor complex for ZP3$8,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon, Doctor Benjamin Curry | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $8,000 | 2004 | 2004 |
| GNo:G0183415 | ||
The role of the father in recurrent early pregnancy loss$7,000
Funding Body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Adamstown Lions Club | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $7,000 | 2004 | 2004 |
| GNo:G0183756 | ||
2002 (1 grants)
The role of protein tyrosine phosphorylation in mouse sperm-oocyte interaction$12,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Early Career Researcher Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $12,000 | 2002 | 2002 |
| GNo:G0182255 | ||
2001 (1 grants)
The role of protein tyrosine phosphorylation in mouse sperm-oocyte interaction$15,000
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Brett Nixon | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Early Career Researcher Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $15,000 | 2001 | 2001 |
| GNo:G0180831 | ||
Research Supervision
| Number of current supervisions | 8 |
|---|---|
| Total current UoN Masters EFTSL | 0.1 |
| Total current UoN PhD EFTSL | 2.6 |
For supervisions undertaken at an institution other that the University of Newcastle, details are shown in italics, and the institution name is listed below the program name.
Current Supervision
| Commenced | Proposed Completion | Program | Supervisor Type | Research Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2017 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Investigation into the Molecular Composition of Spermatozoa to Determine Consequences in Human Reproduction |
| 2013 | 2017 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Principal Supervisor | Phage Display as a Tool for Investigation of the Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Mouse Sperm-Oolemma Interactions |
| 2013 | 2017 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Consequences of Chronic Exposure of the Male Germ Line to Xenobiotics |
| 2012 | 2014 | M Philosophy (Biological Sc) | Co-Supervisor | Cell Biology of Equine Spermatoza |
| 2012 | 2016 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Principal Supervisor | The Function of Molecular Chaperones in The Regulation of Human Sperm-Egg Interaction. |
| 2012 | 2016 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Cell Biology of Apoptosis in the Oocyte |
| 2010 | 2014 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Principal Supervisor | Investigating Membrane Trafficking Proteins and Their Potential Role During Fertilisation |
| 2009 | 2013 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | The Consequences of Acrylaminde Exposure of the Male Germ Line |
Past Supervision
| Year | Program | Supervisor Type | Research Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Principal Supervisor | New Insights into the Molecular Basis of Human Sperm-Egg Interaction |
| 2013 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Regulation of the Transition from Gonocytes to Spermatogonia |
| 2012 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Principal Supervisor | The Molecular Basis of Sperm - Oocyte Interactions |
| 2012 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Xenobiotics; Effects on Female Fertility |
| 2010 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | Significance of Mitochondrial Reactive Oxygen Species Production in Male Infertility |
| 2009 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | The Molecular Basis of Human Sperm-Zona Pellucida Interaction |
| 2007 | M Philosophy (Biological Sc) | Co-Supervisor | Identification of NADPH Oxidase in Mouse Spermatozoa |
| 2007 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | The Development of a Novel Electrophoretic System for the Isolation of Human Spermatozoa |
| 2005 | PhD (Biological Sciences) | Co-Supervisor | The Molecular Basis of Sperm-Oocyte Interaction in the Mouse |
Associate Professor Brett Nixon
| Work Phone | (02) 4921 6977 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (02) 4921 6923 |
| Brett.Nixon@newcastle.edu.au | |
| Position | Associate Professor School of Environmental and Life Sciences Faculty of Science and Information Technology |
| Focus Area | Biological Sciences |
| Office | LS4-40, Life Sciences, Callaghan University Drive Callaghan NSW 2308 Australia |
| URL: | www.newcastle.edu.au/profile/brett-nixon |
