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Dr Christian Moro is an Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences and Medicine at Bond University. Christian sits as one of Australia's most awarded health and science educators, receiving the Reimagine Education Worldwide Teaching Award (2021), AAUT Teaching Excellence award (2020), the AFR Higher Education Award (2019), an Australian Government AOLT Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2018), and accolades from a variety of professional bodies.
Christian's laboratory research investigates the physiology associated with diseases of the urinary bladder, with a particular focus on the inner lining of the bladder, the urothelium, and its role mediating bladder dysfunctions such as overactive bladder and incontinence. As a member of the Centre for Urology Research, Christian investigates the role of modern medications prescribed for bladder dysfunction and their potential to directly modulate urothelial activity. Christian’s research also aims to isolate and identify alternative pharmacological targets for future treatments, and his laboratory research has been funded by various government, community and industry bodies.
Dr Moro also undertakes research into medical and science education and communication and has developed a range of novel technological tools that enhance student learning, participation and interaction. Christian is a former secondary school teacher with experience in Australia and the United Kingdom, and continues to educate teachers in developing countries to improve their teaching techniques and knowledge. His current educational interest revolves around maximising the provision of hands-on activities coupled with online content to assist university students to make the most of their learning and course engagement.
Statement for HDR students
Consider contacting me, if:
- You are interested in pursuing a laboratory-based PhD or Master's degree in physiology, pharmacology or immunology.
- You have an interest in Health Science Education and considering postgraduate studies in tertiary education.
- You are an enthusiastic science communicator and wish to pursue research into enhancing scientific, health or medical education.
Education/Academic qualification
Biochemistry, BSc, University of Queensland
Award Date: 31 Dec 2013
Physiology & Pharmacology, PhD
Award Date: 9 Feb 2013
App Fin, MBus, University of Southern Queensland
Award Date: 1 Dec 2008
Biology / Chemistry, BEd, University of Queensland
Award Date: 1 Dec 2003
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Projects
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Mixed Reality Research Lab
Birt, J., Cowling, M. A., Moro, C., Stirling, A., Nelson, J., Moore, E., Stromberga, Z., Munoz-Carpio, J. C. & Vasilevski, N.
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Project: Research
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Ageing influences detrusor contractions to prostaglandin, angiotensin, histamine and 5-HT (serotonin), independent to the Rho kinase and extracellular calcium pathways
Phelps, C., Chess-Williams, R. & Moro, C., 23 Oct 2023, In: Scientific Reports. 13, 1, p. 1-9 9 p., 18062.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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AI is now accessible to everyone: 3 things parents should teach their kids
Mills, K. A. & Moro, C., 20 Nov 2023, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Online Resource › Education
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Antimuscarinic actions on bladder urothelium and lamina propria contractions are similar to those observed in detrusor smooth muscle preparations
Veer, V., Chess-Williams, R. & Moro, C., 28 Mar 2023, In: Neurourology and Urodynamics. p. 1-8 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Are muscarinic agonists and acetylcholinesterase inhibitors effective for the treatment of underactive bladder?
Moro, C., Veer, V. & Phelps, C., 16 Jun 2023, In: Australian and New Zealand Continence Journal. 29, 2, p. 35-35 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Meeting Abstract › Research › peer-review
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Crusty, blistering and peeling: where do cold sores come from and what can you do about them?
Moro, C. & Phelps, C., 21 Feb 2023, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Online Resource › Research
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Activities
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Tasfia Siddiqui - MD Project Supervision
Christian Moro (Supervisor)
2019 → 2021Activity: Professional Development, Mentorship, Supervision and Other Activities › Non-HDR Student Supervision
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Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists (External organisation)
Christian Moro (Member)
2019 → …Activity: Membership › Professional Memberships
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The Australian and New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators (External organisation)
Christian Moro (Member)
2019 → …Activity: Membership › Professional Memberships
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David Luong - MD supervision
Christian Moro (Supervisor)
2019 → 2021Activity: Professional Development, Mentorship, Supervision and Other Activities › Non-HDR Student Supervision
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Jessica Smith - Honours
Christian Moro (Supervisor)
2019Activity: Professional Development, Mentorship, Supervision and Other Activities › Non-HDR Student Supervision
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Why do some people feel the cold more than others?
11/08/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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TED-Ed: The surprising reason our muscles get tired - Christian Moro
18/04/19
2 Media contributions
Press/Media: Expert Comment
Student theses
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Contractile activity of the bladder urothelium and lamina propria
Author: Moro, C., 9 Feb 2013Supervisor: Chess-Williams, R. (Supervisor) & Sellers, D. J. (Supervisor)
Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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