Council Member
Elected by Students.
Term expires on 31 December 2026.
Kyle Hewitt is a neuroscientist and PhD candidate at the University of Wollongong, specialising in neuropsychopharmacology. His research investigates the interactions between antipsychotic medications, brain immune cells, and extracellular vesicles, focussing on their effects on cognition and neuronal function in schizophrenia.
Kyle holds a Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences from UOW, and graduated with First-Class Honours. His Honours research explored the effects of cannabidiol on glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
As a passionate advocate for postgraduate students, Kyle has held numerous leadership roles at UOW, including Vice President (Research) of the Wollongong University Postgraduate Association, Postgraduate representative on the University Council and Academic Senate, and HDR representative on committees focussed on Graduate Research, Learning and Teaching, Health and Safety, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. In these capacities, Kyle has contributed to promoting a supportive environment for postgraduates.
Kyle has extensive teaching and academic leadership experience, having taught across nine subjects at UOW, including research methods and analysis, scientific literacy, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and pharmacology. He has managed large undergraduate cohorts, delivered lectures, supervised research projects, and served as a laboratory manager. Recognized for his teaching excellence, Kyle has been nominated for an OCTAL (Outstanding Contributions to Teaching and Learning) award at UOW.
Kyle has written for public-facing science platforms, translating complex scientific research into engaging narratives. He aims to make cutting-edge research accessible to the general public and inspire interest in science.
Having been part of UOW for nearly a decade, Kyle is committed to the university community. Through his roles, he aims to amplify postgraduate voices, support academic excellence, and promote the societal impact of research.
