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Prof

Duncan Forbes

Astrophysicist

School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies

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  • Astrophysicist
    School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies
  • +61 3 9214 4392 (Work)

BIO

Professor Duncan Forbes is an astronomer with Swinburne’s Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing. His areas of expertise include globular cluster systems and the formation of early-type galaxies.

Professor Forbes was Deputy Director for the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing between 2005 and 2008. From 2013-2015 he was an ARC DORA Fellow, and in 2009 he also held a role as an ARC International Fellow. His experience includes working as a project scientist for the Faulkes Telescope. He has served on various national and international committees.

SUPERVISION AVAILABILITY

  • Available to supervise Doctorate (PhD)

FLAGSHIP AREAS

  • Space and Aerospace

FIELDS OF RESEARCH