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Research interests
My research interests span neurobiology, cell differentiation, and ocular health. My current focus is the continued development of a small-molecule, GMP-enabling protocol for generating photoreceptor cells from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs), with the aim to advance clinically aligned strategies that may ultimately support stem cell-derived therapies for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and other retinal disorders causing vision loss.
In addition to translational retinal research, I have a strong interest in ocular public health, particularly environmental and lifestyle risk factors affecting eye health. I am committed to projects that bridge basic science with population health to inform prevention strategies and improve clinical outcomes.
I welcome inquiries from prospective HDR students who share an interest in regenerative medicine, vision science, or ocular public health, and who are passionate about contributing to innovative, impactful research in these fields.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Are surfers and scuba divers an overlooked at-risk group for age-related macular degeneration?
Beaver, D. & Hudson, C., Sept 2025, In: Eye. 39, 13, p. 2495-2496 2 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate/opinion › Research
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Blue, green, brown, or something in between – the science of eye colour explained
Beaver, D., 11 Sept 2025, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Online Resource › Education
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Plastic induced urinary tract disease and dysfunction: a scoping review
O'Callaghan, L., Olsen, M., Tajouri, L., Beaver, D., Hudson, C., Alghafri, R., McKirdy, S. & Goldsworthy, A., Sept 2025, In: Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology. 35, 5, p. 770-784 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › Research › peer-review
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Reporter-Guided Photoreceptor Differentiation in 2D Culture Using PGP1-hIPSCs: A Comparable Alternative to 3D Organoid Systems?
Beaver, D., 10 Nov 2025, p. 25-25. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › Research › peer-review
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A Treatment Within Sight: Challenges in the development of stem cell-derived photoreceptor therapies for retinal degenerative diseases
Beaver, D. & Limnios, J. I., 29 Sept 2023, In: Frontiers in Transplantation. 2, p. 1-16 16 p., 1130086.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › Research › peer-review
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Reporter-Guided Photoreceptor Differentiation in 2D Culture Using PGP1-hIPSCs: A Comparable Alternative to 3D Organoid Systems?
Beaver, D. (Speaker)
10 Nov 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Australasian Society for Stem Cell Research 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting- Gold Coast,
Beaver, D. (Participant)
10 Nov 2025 → 12 Nov 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ... › Poster Presentation
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EMCR Research Showcase
Beaver, D. (Speaker)
15 Oct 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Smart CRC Opening Event
Beaver, D. (Participant)
1 Oct 2025 → 2 Oct 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ... › Attendee
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Student theses
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The development of photoreceptors from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs)
Beaver, D. (Author), Limnios, I. (Supervisor) & O'Neill, H. (Supervisor), 12 Jun 2025Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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