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MsLucy Ainge

Lecturer

Faculty of Health/School of Medicine/Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation

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  • Lecturer
    Faculty of Health/School of Medicine/Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation
  • +61 3 522 73171 (Work)
  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, Victoria 3216

RESEARCH INTERESTS

My research in health professions education focuses on the development of clinical reasoning and the influence of cognitive bias on decision-making in optometry. I am particularly interested in translating research into practice by designing and evaluating authentic educational innovations, including assessment strategies, immersive simulation-based learning experiences, and digital technologies that support development of complex clinical skills. Through this work, I aim to improve learner preparedness, reduce diagnostic error, and enhance patient-centred care.

GRANTS

  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Evaluation of the Safety and Tolerability of Ocular Lubricants DEE253-E003
    16 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2026
    People funded by this grant:
    Alcon Laboratories (Australia) Pty Ltd
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Evaluation of Safety and Tolerability of Ocular Lubricants (DEE253-E002)
    1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2025
    People funded by this grant:
    Alcon Laboratories (Australia) Pty Ltd - $811,344.00
  • GRANT
    Microanalysis of a digitally simulated reasoning assessment ($1,000)
    Deakin Learning Futures Microgrant1 Feb 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    People funded by this grant:
    Led microanalysis of a digitally simulated clinical reasoning assessment, contributing to research on assessment design and capability development and informing ongoing innovation in assessment practice.
  • INTERNAL GRANT
    DeakinDesign Seeding Grant - Optometry Simulation Project
    Deakin University13 Jul 2022
    People funded by this grant:
    • Ainge L