Outstanding contributions to science have been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science with 20 of Australia’s leading scientists and future superstars receiving prestigious 2019 honorific awards.
The scientists’ discoveries cross the breadth of research from how oceanic circulation impacts the climate, to the use of tools that advance the understanding of the chemistry within cells and how the body’s immune defences combat infectious disease.
Distinguished Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC FAA from the Australian National University has been awarded one of the Academy’s top honours, the Thomas Ranken Lyle Medal. He helped develop semi-conductors used in LED lights. He also designed and developed some of the world’s smallest lasers. Born in India, Professor Jagadish grew up without electricity.
“I didn’t have much light as a child and studied in front of a kerosene lamp until Year 7. That’s why I’m interested in developing technologies that will benefit humanity,” Professor Jagadish said.
His pioneering work has included developing semi-conductors used in LED lights and designing some of the world’s smallest lasers.
Professor Jagadish has also trained a large number of PhD students and early-career researchers who’ve gone on to hold leading positions in industry and academia.
“This is recognition for my group members and collaborators, past and present. I am delighted the light technologies which we have been developing have been acknowledged by the Academy and the physics community". Dr.Jagadish said.
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