On this page are listed brief biographies of the following Fellows.
The recorded year references the date on which the Fellow joined the Society,
while the suffixed entry displays the Branch with which the Fellow is associated.
Davina Jackson, Fellow (2020) : Sydney
FRSN MArch (UNSW) PhD (Kent) FRGS FRSA
Author
Davina Jackson is an author, editor, curator, scholar, and cultural strategist who has promoted, catalysed, and recorded significant trans-millenial advances in science and the arts, in Australia and internationally.
Lisa Jackson Pulver, Fellow (2021) : Sydney
AM FRSN MPH (Syd.) MA (Deakin) PhD (Syd.) GradDipAppEpi (NSW DoH) FADC
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Strategy and Services ), University of Sydney
Lisa Jackson Pulver is a visionary academic who places indigenous issues and inclusion at the heart of her work as an epidemiologist, medical educator, and university leader.
Chennupati Jagadish, Fellow (2024) : Sydney
AC FRSN BSc (Nagarjuna) MSc (Tech) (Andhra) MPhil(Delhi) PhD (Delhi) MNAE(US) FREng FAA FTSE FTWAS FEurASc FNAI FNA FNAE FASc FNASc FAPAS FMCAS FIEEE FMRS FAPS FAAAS FOSA FSPIE FECS FAVS FEMA FIET FIoP FAIP HonFCCS HonMemMRSI
Distinguished Professor, Research School of Physics, Australian National University, Australian National University
Chennupati Jagadish has made pioneering contributions to semiconductor optoelectronics and nanotechnology and has provided leadership at the broadest level nationally and internationally.
Annamarie Jagose, Fellow (2021) : Sydney
FRSN BA MA (Canterbury) PhD (VUW) FAHA
Provost and Deputy Vice Chancellor, University of Sydney, University of Sydney
Annamarie Jagose is an academic who is known world-wide for work that often anticipates critical turns in field debates, including sexual historiography, queer temporalities and post-criticality.
Andrew Jakubowicz, Fellow (2017) : Sydney
ADM FRSN BA (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (UNSW) FASSA
Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Technology Sydney
Andrew Jakubowicz is a well known scholar and adviser on multiculturalism, including in social media and television documentaries.
Paul Jeans, Fellow (2017) : Hunter
FRSN BE (UNSW) FIEAust FAICD
Chair, University of Newcastle
Paul Jeans has held senior leadership roles in industry and business, as a company director and, most recently, as Chancellor of the University of Newcastle.
Stan Jeffery, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
FRSN MBA (Monash) DTech (Deakin) KSJ
Managing Director and CEO, International Capital Growth Services
Stan Jeffery has driven the creation of technology parks in Australia, stimulating the success of several innovative companies, thereby contributing significantly to the national economy and fostering relations with international trading partners.
Rebecca Johnson, Fellow (2016) : Overseas
AM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (La Trobe)
Chief Scientist, National Museum of Natural History Smithsonian Institution, Smithsonian Institution
Rebecca Johnson is a highly regarded scientist in the fields of wildlife forensics and conservation genetics and holds an executive leadership role at the Smithsonian Institution and previously at the Australian Museum.
Emma Johnston, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
AO FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Melb.) FAA FTSE
Professor of Marine Ecology and Ecotoxicology and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), University of Sydney
Emma Johnston is a leading authority in the field of coastal ecology whose world-class research, outreach and advocacy initiatives have greatly advanced both scientific and public understanding of coastal ecosystems.
Graham Johnston, Fellow (2015) : Sydney
AM FRSN MSc PhD DPharm FTSE FRACI FASCEPT
Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology and Medicinal Chemistry, Sydney Pharmacy School, University of Sydney
Graham Johnston has made significant contributions to pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, scientific organisations, and science policy development.
Kate Jolliffe, Fellow (2017) : Sydney
FRSN BSc(Hons) PhD (Syd.) FAA FRACI
Payne-Scott Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney
Katrina (Kate) Jolliffe has made internationally recognised contributions to the discipline of chemistry. Her research focuses on the design and synthesis of molecules capable of performing specific functions for a diverse range of applications.
Mark Jones, Fellow (2019) : Hunter
FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Greenwich) FIMechE FIEAust
Emeritus Professor, TUNRA Bulk Solids, University of Newcastle
Mark Jones is a respected engineer who leads an internationally recognised research centre in Bulk Materials Handling. He contributes to academic leadership and governance at the University of Newcastle.
Sarah Jones, Fellow (2024) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (Syd.) FHERDSA
CEO, Sydney School of Entrepreneurship
Sarah Jones is a historian and active researcher including in the fields of Higher Education administration and innovation.
Nalini Joshi, Fellow (2015) : Sydney
AO FRSN BSc (Hons) MA PhD FAA FAustMS
Payne-Scott Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney
Nalini Joshi is a distinguished mathematician and a world leader in the theory and applications of differential equations. She is a past President of the Australian Mathematical Society and a Vice-President of the International Mathematical Union.
Raja Junankar, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
FRSN MSc(Econ) (LSE) PhD (Essex) Fellow, IZA, Bonn
Emeritus Professor, Western Sydney University, and Adjunct Professor, UNSW Canberra, School of Business, Western Sydney University
Raja Junankar is an acknowledged expert in macroeconomics, labour economics, development economics, and agricultural economics.