Fernando Rafael Jativa's Biography

Fernando Rafael Jativa, Research Scientist, The University of Melbourne

Mr. Fernando Jativa is currently on his 3rd year of Phd studies at the University of Melbourne, Australia. His PhD project is very multidisciplinary--a joint collaboration between the departments of Pharmacology, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineering, where he has a supervisor for each. His research topic explores how lung diseases affects the mechanical properties of lung tissue and which can ultimately lead to novel treatments. In as much as he loves doing research, Mr. Jativa is also passionate about teaching. He currently works part-time as a tutor in the Engineering department in the university.