Dr. Indu Panicker serves as a lecturer in life sciences and the program coordinator for biomedical sciences at Federation University Australia, Berwick Campus. Prior to her current appointment, Indu held various academic positions at tertiary institutions across Victoria and New South Wales.

Indu completed her PhD from the University of Melbourne, where her doctoral research focused on the pathogenesis mechanisms of Mycoplasma. Following her PhD, she conducted postdoctoral research at the Asia Pacific Centre for Animal Health, specializing in the epidemiology of ovine mastitis. Her current research portfolio spans the disciplines of biomedical and veterinary sciences, with a primary focus on: Infectious diseases, molecular diagnostics, analysing the molecular epidemiology of bacterial and parasitic agents, AMR and the mechanisms of cardiovascular disease pathogenesis.

She maintains a diverse teaching portfolio, delivering curricula in pathophysiology, histopathology, haematology, pharmacology and toxicology. She is a proponent of technology-enhanced learning, focusing on the integration of interactive digital tools to optimise student engagement. Notably, she developed an innovative digital pathology module as part of the Adobe Innovation Champions Pilot project. This initiative received significant commendation via student evaluative feedback, highlighting its efficacy in modernising histopathology education.

As a research supervisor, Indu mentors students in both laboratory-based research and science communication. Her professional philosophy is rooted in inclusive pedagogy, aiming to empower students through an inspirational learning environment. She is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and ensuring that the student experience translates into tangible professional success and positive societal impact.