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.
Clive Baldock, Fellow (2022) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) (Sussex) MSc (Lond.) PhD (KCL) MTEM (Melb.) FAIP FACCPSEM FIPEM
Dean of Graduate Studies and Researcher Development, Graduate Research School, Western Sydney University
Clive Baldock is a medical physicist with research interests in the fields of gel dosimetry, radiation therapy, dosimetry, medical imaging and biomedical engineering. He is also distinguished in academic leadership roles.
Eileen Baldry, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
AO FRSN BA DipEd DipTEFL (Syd) MWP PhD (UNSW) FASSA ANZSC
Professor Emerita of Criminology, Faculty of Law and Justice UNSW, UNSW (Sydney)
Eileen Baldry has contibuted significantly to scholarly knowledge and theory in the field of criminology using innovative research methods including data linkage employing quantitative and qualitative analyses.She is sought as a commentator and public speaker on criminological matters espcially on prisons and vulnerable poeple.
Bill Ballard, Fellow (2021) : Sydney
FRSN, FRES BSc (Hons) (ANU) MSc DIC (ICL) PhD (Qld)
Professor of Evolutionary Genomics, Department of Environment and Genetics, La Trobe University
Bill Ballard initiated dingo genomics in Australia and has provided a pathway to unravelling the evolutionary history of the continent's apex predator through study of the mitochondrial genome.
Bernard Balleine, Fellow (2020) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (Cantab) FASSA FAPA
Scientia Professor, School of Psychology, UNSW (Sydney)
Bernard Balleine is a behavioural neuroscientist whose systematic enquiry into learning and motivational processes involved in motor control has revealed that dual, anatomically distinct, brain circuits encode volitional actions and habits.
Richard Banati, Fellow (2011) : Sydney
FRSN MD PhD
Professor and Chair Medical Radiation Sciences, University of Sydney
Biomedical Scientist, ANSTO
Richard Banati is an internationally recognised scientist with interdisciplinary research interests in the brain’s innate immune system and the development of advanced medical imaging for the detection of subtle of non-obvious brain pathology.
Kris Barlow-Stewart, Fellow (2017) : Sydney
AM FRSN BSc (Syd) PhD (UNSW) FHGSA
Honorary Associate Professor, Northern Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney
Kristine Barlow-Stewart has developed and led the field of genetic counselling and testing policy in NSW and Australia including personal and preconception genetic screening, impacting inter alia on forms of cancer and psychiatric illness.
Stephen Bartlett, Fellow (2020) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Waterloo) MSc PhD (Toronto) FAPS FAIP
Professor in Physics and Associate Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney
Stephen Bartlett is a leading theoretical quantum physicist who leads a team pursuing both fundamental and applied research in quantum information theory, including the theory of quantum computing.
Noel Barton, Fellow (2020) : Sydney
AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UWA) HonDUniv (QUT) FAustMS
Chief Technology Officer, Capricorn Power
Noel Barton is an applied mathematician, inventor, and technical founder of Capricorn Power. He has contributed significantly to the development of industrial and applied mathematics, worldwide.
Alison Bashford, Fellow (2017) : Sydney
FRSN BS (Syd) MA (Cantab) PhD (Syd) FAHA FBA FRHistS
Scientia Professor of History, School of Humanities and Languages, UNSW (Sydney)
Alison Bashford is a leading scholar of global history, environmental history and the history of science. She has worked on subjects that include imperial medicine, gender history and the intellectual history of environmentalism in empire.
Graham Bell, Fellow (2012) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Natal), BA Hons (Natal), MA (Natal), PhD (LaTrobe)
Former Managing Director (now retired), E-Nose Pty Ltd
Graham Bell is a scientist and entrepreneur who turns basic research into technology to serve economic and personal well being.
Kathy Belov, Fellow (2018) : Sydney
AO FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Macq) FAA
Professor of Comparative Genomics and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement), University of Sydney
Katherine Belov is an expert on comparative genomics and immunogenetics of Australian native species. She is a senior academic and mentor and role model for women in science.
Roy Beran, Fellow (2023) : Sydney
AM FRSN MBBS (UNSW) GradDipTertEd (UNE) MD (UNSW) BLegS (Macq) MHL (Syd) FRACP FRACGP FAFPHM FACLM FRCP FAAN FACBS FFFLM FANZAN
Conjoint Professor, UNSW Sydney
Visiting Medical Officer, Neurology, Liverpool Hospital
A laudation is not available for Roy Beran
Chris Bertram, Fellow (2013) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Hons) MA DPhil (Oxon) FIEAust CPEng
Professorial Fellow, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Sydney
Chris Bertram is a noted researcher into the mechanics of unsteady flows in the body, experimentally and numerically, and has conducted the world's most extensive investigation of collapsible-tube flows.
Marcela Bilek, Fellow (2019) : Sydney
AM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd) MBA (Rochester IT) PhD (Cantab) FAA FAPS FIEEE FAVS
Professor of Applied Physics and Surface Engineering, School of Physics and School of Engineering, University of Sydney
Marcela Bilek has made major contributions to the science, engineering and application of plasma processes for materials modification and synthesis.
Trevor Bird, Fellow (2018) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Melb) MAppSc (Melb) PhD (Melb) FTSE FIEE HonFIEAust
Distinguished Visiting Professor, Global Big Data Technology Centre, University of Technology Sydney
Trevor Bird developed techniques for designing shaped-beam satellite antennas, designed multi-beam antennas for radio-telescopes and earth stations, and pioneered indoor wireless antennas and propagation studies for the CSIRO LAN patent.
Vicki Bitsika, Fellow (2023) : Hunter
AM FRSN BBSc(Hons) (LaTrobe) GradDipAppChPsych (PIT) MPsych (Monash) PhD (Bond)
Professor of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of New England
Vicki Bitsika has made a major contribution to the welfare of autistic children and translates her clinical practice into university teaching and research.
Lewis Bizo, Fellow (2020) : Western NSW
FRSN BSc GradDipSc PhD (Otago)
Executive Dean, Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences, Charles Sturt University
Lewis Bizo is internationally known for applying quantitative analysis and mathematical modelling in studies of factors that control human and animal behaviour and focuses on species-specific characteristics and different natural and applied contexts.
David Black, Fellow (1983) : Sydney
AO FRSN MSc (Sydney) PhD (Cambridge) AMusA FAA
Emeritus Professor of Organic Chemistry, School of Chemistry, UNSW (Sydney)
David Black is recognised internationally as one of the world's leading heterocyclic chemists, having made major contributions in heterocyclic chemistry, coordination chemistry, and natural products.
Caroline Blackwell, Fellow (2015) : Hunter
FRSN BSc (Louisiana) PhD (Stanford) DSc (Edinburgh) FRCPath
Conjoint Professor of Immunology and Microbiology, School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of Newcastle
Caroline Blackwell is internationally respected for her work in understanding the genetic, environmental and developmental factors determining susceptibility to infectious disease and related conditions.
Andrew Blakers, Fellow (2020) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (ANU) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FAIP FAIE LMAAHF
Emeritus Professor, Research School of Engineeering, Australian National University
Andrew Blakers is internationally known in the field of renewable energy, both in solar cell technology, where he is the lead inventor of PERC technology, and in 100% renewable energy futures.
John Blaxland, Fellow (2017) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Hons) (UNSW) MA (ANU) PhD (RMC Canada) SFHEA PSC (RT)
Professor of International Security and Intelligence Studies, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, Australian National University
After serving the Australia as an Army Colonel, Professor Blaxland is now one of the nation's foremost authorities in military history.
Phillip Bolton, Fellow (2021) : Hunter
FRSN BSc (UNE) DC (Palmer) MClinEpid (Newcastle) PhD (UNSW)
Honorary Professor, School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of Newcastle
Philip Bolton has made a significant contribution to our understanding of the influence the head and neck musculoskeletal system has on health, particularly its interactions with the vestibular and autonomic nervous systems.
Thomas Borody, Fellow (2018) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Med); MB; BS (Hons); MD; PhD; DSc; FRACP FACP FACG AGAF
Gastroenterologist, Medical Director and Research Director, Management, Centre for Digestive Diseases
Thomas Borody is a world leader in research and clinical practice of microbiota in gastrointestinal health, pioneering novel therapies for stomach ulcers and fecal microbial transplants for bacteria-related gastric diseases.
Lindsay Botten, Fellow (2019) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Tas.) FOSA FAIP FAustMS
Emeritus Professor, College of Science, ANU
Emeritus Professor in Applied Mathematics, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney
Lindsay Botten has made leading research contributions in advancing the physical and mathematical understanding of the optics of periodic and complex media and led the development of high-performance research computing and data services in NSW and Australia for two decades.
Brett Bowden, Fellow (2019) : Sydney
FRSN BIntStud (Hons) (Flinders) PhD (ANU) FRHS
Professor of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, Western Sydney University
Brett Bowden is an internationally renowned scholar working in the fields of international history and the history of ideas. He is a multi-award-winning author and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (UK).
Jan Bowen, Fellow (2021) : Sydney
AM FRSN BA (Syd.)
Board Director/ Author, Plain English Communications
Jan Bowen has contributed greatly to Australian music, especially through Chairing the Sydney Youth Orchestra, and by advising Government on music policy.
Sean Brawley, Fellow (2019) : Sydney
FRSN BA (Hons) PhD GradCert (Higher Ed) (UNSW) PFHEA
Professor of History and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Strategy and Assurance), University of Wollongong
As a scholar, teacher and university leader, Sean Brawley has made substantive national and international contributions to the discipline of History and the pedagogy and administration of Higher Education.
Barbara Briggs, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
AM FRSN BSc PhD (University of Sydney)
Honorary Research Associate, Botanic Gardens Trust, National Herbarium of NSW
Barbara Briggs is a botanist with significant research contributions on the evolution and systematics of Australia's flora.
Alan Broadfoot, Fellow (2017) : Hunter
FRSN BE (Hons) ME PhD (Newcastle) FIEAust MIEEE GAICD
Professor and Executive Director, Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), University of Newcastle
Alan Broadfoot's achievements in engineering have been recognised for leading edge technology and innovations in the mining industry.
Joseph Brophy, Fellow (2023) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) DipEd (Monash) DSc (UNSW) FRACI
Honorary Senior Lecturer, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney
World recognised expert in the field of essential oils chemistry and natural products chemistry.
Sarah Brough, Fellow (2022) : Sydney
FRSN MPhys (Hons) (UOL) PhD (LJMU) FASA
Professor, School of Physics, UNSW (Sydney)
Sarah Brough has made substantial contributions to our understanding of how galaxies evolve with time and is leading Australia into a new astronomical survey of the southern sky.
Attila Brungs, Fellow (2014) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) (UNSW) PhD (Oxon) FTSE
Emeritus Professor, University of Technology Sydney
Vice Chancellor and President, UNSW (Sydney)
After receiving the University Medal in Industrial Chemistry as an undergraduate, becoming a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, and obtaining a PhD in inorganic chemistry, Professor Brungs is a distinguished academic in the field of heterogeneous catalysis and a dynamic leader in the University sector.
Jennifer Buckingham, Fellow (2021) : Hunter
OAM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Newcastle) PhD (Macquarie)
Director of Strategy and Senior Research Fellow, MultiLit Research Unit, MultiLit
Jennifer Buckingham is a leading academic researcher in the science of reading instruction and an influential voice in shaping education policy at State and Federal levels.
Ken Buckle, Fellow (2014) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FIAFoST FAIFST FIFT
Emeritus Professor, School of Chemical Engineering, UNSW Sydney
Ken Buckle is recognised for an outstanding contribution to promoting food safety through research and teaching over a forty year period,
Robert Burford, Fellow (2014) : Sydney
FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Adelaide) FRACI FIEAust FIChemE FAPRI
Emeritus Professor, School of Chemical Engineering, UNSW (Sydney)
Robert Burford has demonstrated leadership in the tertiary sector and in industry through senior posts in universities, in the CRC for Polymers, and at ANSTO and AINSE.
Leslie Burnett, Fellow (2016) : Sydney
AM FRSN BSc(Med) MBBS MSc(Bioinf) PhD (Syd.) DBA (SCU) FRCPA FHGSA
Conjoint Professor, Visiting Scientist, Garvan Institute of Medical Research
Leslie Burnett is a clinical pathologist specialising in genetic pathology, chemical pathology, and bioinformatics. He pioneered the development and introduction of many pathology and genetics initiatives that are now mainstream pathology and healthcare programs.
Michael Burton, Fellow (2011) : Overseas
FRSN BA MA MMaths PhD FAIP FRAS FASA
Director, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium
Michael Burton is an internationally recognised astrophysicist whose research focuses on star formation and the excitation of the interstellar medium in which this occurs.
Rear Admiral (Retd) John Butler, Fellow (2018) : Overseas
CBE DSM (US) FRSN BSc (UT Austin) MSc (Monterey) SFSS
Rear Admiral (Retd), US Navy
Principal, JD Butler Consulting LLC
John Butler has provided distinguished service to Australia's armed services, particularly through his establishing and contributing to international naval programs with the USA, UK, and NATO.
Herma Buttner, Fellow (2011) : Sydney
FRSN Diplom Dr.rer.nat (Heidleberg)
Senior Advisor, ANSTO
Herma Buttner has made active contributions to science and strategy in the international neutron-scattering community, facilitating new partnerships between universities, research institutes, government and funding bodies, at national and international levels.
Roger Byard, Fellow (2021) : Interstate
AO PSM FRSN BMedSc MBBS MMedSci (Paed) PhD MD DSc FAHMS FCAP FRCPC FRCPath FRCPA FFFLM FFSc FFPMI
Forensic Pathologist, Forensic Science, SA
Professor of Pathology, School of Biomedicine, University of Adelaide
Roger Byard is a leader in the field of academic forensic pathology. His work has had considerable national and international impact for over three decades.
Neil Byron, Fellow (2019) : Sydney
FRSN BSc(Hons) (ANU) MA(Econ) PhD (UBC) FAICD
Adjunct Professor, Institute of Applied Ecology, University of Canberra
Neil Byron has provided independent, highly credible and practical policy advice on natural resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, biodiversity, and water resources, including 12 years as a Commissioner of the Productivity Commission.