Awais Babri

Dr. Awais Saleem Babri is a dedicated educator and researcher in biomedical sciences, specializing in innovative anatomy education, curriculum development, and technology-enhanced learning. With over two decades of experience at The University of Queensland, his work focuses on integrating virtual reality (VR), digital repositories, and evidence-based pedagogies to transform medical and health professions education. Key Contributions: Teaching Excellence: Led curriculum reviews and course coordination for programs in medicine, nursing, and paramedicine, enhancing clinical integration and student engagement. Recognized with multiple awards, including the UQ Citation for Excellence in Teaching (2009) and nominations for national teaching honors. Research Leadership: Secured over $105K in grants to pioneer VR classrooms and image repositories, improving accessibility and outcomes in anatomy education. Presented at 15+ international conferences, including IFAA and ANZAHPE, with pending publications on VR and ward-round pedagogy. Supervision & Mentorship: Guided honours and summer research students, with projects on surgical simulation and ward-round pedagogy earning scholarships and conference presentations (e.g., ANZACA 2024, ANZAHPE 2025). Leadership & Service: Founded the Gross Anatomy Evaluations Network (GAEN), uniting 28 universities to standardize assessments. Served as ANZACA Vice President (2025–present) and contributed to committees (UQ HREC, ANZAHPE DEI). Dr. Babri’s work bridges cutting-edge technology and pedagogical innovation, making him a sought-after collaborator in health professions education. For details on projects or partnerships, contact a.babri@uq.edu.au. Healthcare professionals' education: Curriculum design and pedagogical strategies for medical, nursing, and allied health programs; Inter-professional education and collaborative learning models; Simulation-based clinical education and skill acquisition; Science of university learning. Role of technology such as VR in biomedical science education (anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology): Innovative teaching methodologies VR in gross anatomy and physiology; Assessment and evaluation of anatomical knowledge in clinical contexts; Strategies to enhance student participation and feedback-driven teaching; Imaging of organs using MRI to develop image repositories; Assessment and evaluation of anatomical knowledge in clinical contexts; Accessibility and inclusion in digital education for diverse student populations (development of imaging databases). Small to medium group teaching: Use of mixed-methods approaches to evaluate teaching practices; Qualitative research on student learning experiences and feedback. Curriculum and assessment design and development: Design and impact of authentic assessments in clinical education; Integration of virtual surgical skills and patient-based scenarios in teaching. Enhancing Theory and Practical Assessment, Outcomes and Approaches: Enhancing assessment requires balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application. Modern approaches integrate authentic tasks, competency-based evaluations, and continuous feedback loops. Effective strategies include project-based learning, simulations, and portfolios that demonstrate real-world skills. Outcomes improve when assessments align with clear learning objectives and incorporate diverse methods to measure both understanding and performance capabilities.

[2026] Integrating Clinical Ward Round Pedagogy to Improve Lecture Delivery. Babri, Awais Saleem, Haverda, Joseph and Chan, Amy Hui Ming (2026). Integrating Clinical Ward Round Pedagogy to Improve Lecture Delivery. ANZAHPE2026, Christchurch, New Zealand, 29 June - 2 July 2026. [2026] What does it take to be agents of change for diversity, equity and inclusion in health professional education?. Marjadi, Brahm, Vnuk, Anna, Babri, Awais Saleem, Wong, Pauline, Lim, David, de Jong, Daniela Castro, Lim, Lichin, Jain, Neera, Micheal, Sowbhagya and Gray, Laura (2026). What does it take to be agents of change for diversity, equity and inclusion in health professional education?. ANZAHPE2026, Christchurch, New Zealand, 29 June - 2 July 2026. [2025] Is technology the next frontier to enhance gross an