Dr. Maria Cynthia Leigh Recognized for Research Accomplishments

    NORTH SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, November 07, 2014 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Maria Cynthia Leigh, RN, Ph.D., FACN, Senior Lecturer for Australian Catholic University, has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in nursing research and education.

A distinguished lecturer with nearly 40 years in academia to her credit, Dr. Leigh possesses a unique blend of hands-on practical experience and technical knowledge gained from years of teaching and research. While in charge of the internalization program for Australian Catholic University, she was responsible for developing relationships with higher education institutions in other countries, often working with schools in developing nations to build their research infrastructures and provide pathways for nursing careers in Australia. It is her goal to develop or apply for research-funded projects and then disseminate the acquired information through conferences and publications.

With specific expertise in infection control, research and curriculum development in higher education, Dr. Leigh has served as a mentor in ACU's School of Nursing, training sessional academic staff on preparing and teaching nursing-specific courses. In addition to maintaining a positive and enriching learning environment for students to thrive in, she excels at helping educators remain adept in several areas to meet the needs of an evolving student population and workforce. Drawing on her own experiences and capabilities, she helps others tap into their potential with hard work and perseverance.

Dr. Leigh, a registered nurse and recipient of a Ph.D. in applied microbiology from the University of New South Wales, is a fellow of ACN and a clinical fellow of JBI. She received the Filipino and Australia Nurses Award for Education and Research, and she was a finalist for the Pride of Australia Medal as a result of her contributions to the field of nursing. In the years ahead, she intends to continue mentoring others in her profession.

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