Shu Lab – Retinal Research Group, UNSW SOVS

In a remarkable acknowledgment of academic excellence and dedication to vision science, Kelvin Huang, an honours student from the Retinal Research Group led by Dr. Daisy Shu, has been awarded the prestigious UGCA1035 H.C. & M.E. Porter Memorial Endowed Award. This $8,000 scholarship is granted to students demonstrating outstanding academic merit and commitment within the Faculty of Science’s Honours program, criteria that Kelvin has surpassed through his rigorous scholarly pursuit and significant contributions to the field under the mentorship of Dr. Shu. Kelvin’s achievement not only highlights his individual dedication to advancing optometry and vision science but also underscores the importance of mentorship and rigorous academic inquiry in cultivating the next generation of scientific leaders.