Astrophysicist • University of QueenslandUnravelling the mysteries of galaxy formation and evolution across cosmic time through advanced spectroscopy and adaptive optics imaging.
Research FocusExploring the cosmos through cutting-edge technology and innovative research methodologies
How typical or unusual is our Local Group of galaxies, which has two massive spiral galaxies each with a plane of satellite dwarf galaxies? Determining how common the Local Group is by using equitable methods to study the fundamental physical properties of its dwarfs and the dwarfs of observed and simulated groups that resemble the Local Group.
How do the irregular, clumpy, highly-star-forming galaxies we see in the distant, long-ago universe transform to the familiar elliptical and spiral galaxies we see in the present-day universe? Investigating new ways to understand high-redshift galaxies based on fundamental physical properties such as angular momentum or chemical abundance.
Disentangling galaxy evolution with the technology of integral field spectroscopy (IFS). Our team is part of world-leading IFS surveys (Hector Galaxy Survey, MAGPI, Delegate, AGEL, WALLABY) and is working to map the properties of thousands of galaxies in 3D (two spatial and one spectral dimensions).
SurveysDiscover the latest breakthroughs and ongoing investigations in galaxy formation and evolution
Studying dwarf galaxies as cosmic delegates to understand galaxy formation and evolution in Local Group analogues, using spectroscopy to examine how satellite systems form during galactic mergers.
Sydney Australian Astronomical Observatory Multi-object Integral Field Spectrograph (SAMI) an instrument at the Anglo-Australian Telescope. The SAMI survey has mapped spatially-resolved spectra of over 3000 galaxies.
The Hector Galaxy Survey uses the revolutionary new Hector instrument to conduct integral field spectroscopy of 15,000 galaxies, mapping their star formation and chemical evolution.
Business VenturesCo-directing innovative sustainability businesses with Matthew Sweet under Icedreamery Pty Ltd
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Transforming café waste into premium worm castings and DIY composting kits. Championing circular systems for regenerative gardening in South East Queensland.
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