Christopher Abbott, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AM FRSN HonDLitt (UoW) FCA

Chairman, Asia Union Investments Pty Ltd

Christopher Abbott has been a foundation stone in biotechnology and molecular genetics in Australia. He has stimulated growth in the biotechnology sector through his academic and financial support to young scientists.

Chris Adam, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BEc(Hons) (UWA) MA (Harvard) PhD (Harvard)

Emeritus Professor, Business School UNSW, UNSW Sydney

Christopher Adam has built a successful professional career in university postgraduate business education, through teaching, research and institutional management at the highest levels at major universities in Australia and overseas.

David Adams, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FAA FAHMS FAPS FTPS

Distinguished Professor, and CEO and Executive Director, Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute, University of Wollongong

David Adams is internationally recognised as a leader in membrane physiology and neuroscience research related to the study of membrane receptor and ion channel function in pain pathways.

Lisa Adkins, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) Sussex PhD (Lancaster) FiDiPro

Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Sydney

Lisa Adkins is a sociologist of international standing who is recognized for her research in economic sociology, social theory and feminist theory, recently on wealth inequalities in Australia.

Peter Aggleton, Fellow (2017) : Overseas

FRSN MA (Oxon) MEd (Aberdeen) PhD (London) FASSA FAcSS

Emeritus Scientia Professor, Centre for Social Research in Health, UNSW Sydney, UNSW Sydney

Peter Aggleton is a leading social scientist in the field of policy studies, education and international health.

John Aitken, Fellow (2014) : Hunter

FRSN FRSE BS (Hons) (London) MS (Cardiff) PhD (Cambridge) FAA FAHMS FSRB

Distinguished Emeritus Laureate Professor, Priority Research Centre for Reproductive Science, University of Newcastle

John Aitken is reproductive biologist, widely known for identifying oxidative stress as a significant contribution to infertility and its actions on human sperm function. He has also made substantial contributions to clinical practice translation in male reproductive health, notably the development of a new contraceptive vaccine.

Christine Alexander, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA (Hons) PhD FAHA

Emeritus Professor, School of Arts and Media, UNSW, UNSW Sydney

Christine Alexander is internationally recognised for her work on the Bronte sisters and has been instrumental in establishing the new literary genre of Juvenilia.

Rose Amal, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AC FRSN BE (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FAA FTSE HonIEAust FIChemE

Scientia Professor, School of Chemical Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Rose Amal is an eminent chemical engineer through seminal contributions to photocatalysis applied to particle technology, to education as a researcher and academic, and to women in science as a role model and mentor.

Alaina Ammit, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BAppSc (NSWIT) MSc (Syd.) PhD (Syd.) GAICD

Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney

Alaina Ammit is internationally recognised in the field of medical research through her work on inflammation and chronic lung conditions.

Warwick Anderson, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BMedSc MB BS MS (Melb.) MA PhD (Penn.) FAHA FASSA FAHMS

Professor of Politics, Governance and Ethics, Department of Anthropology and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney

Warwick Anderson is a distinguished historian of science and medicine whose research focuses on the biomedical dimensions of racial thought, especially in colonial settings, and the globalisation of medicine and science. His influential formulation of the postcolonial studies of science and medicine has generated a new style of inquiry within science and technology studies.

Kaarin Anstey, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (Qld) FASSA FAHMS FAPS FAAG

Scientia Professor and Director, UNSW Ageing Futures Institute, UNSW Sydney

Kaarin Anstey is a world leader in cognitive ageing and dementia risk reduction, applying her research in the real world to inform clinicians, policy makers and the public.

Christopher Armstrong, Fellow (2024) : New England North West

PSM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Sydney)

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), University of New England

Christopher Armstrong has made a substantial contribution to higher education and government policy.

Elizabeth Ashburn, Fellow (2023) : Hunter

OAM FRSN ASTC BA (Hons) (Syd) MA (Hons) (Macq) GradDipEd (ITATE) DEd (UNSW)

Emeritus Professor, UNSW Sydney

Elizabeth Ashburn has used leadership roles in art as an agency for creative change and excellence.

Paul Ashton, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) DipEd PhD (Macq) FPHA

Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Paul Ashton is a leader in the field of Public and Australian History. His work has helped drive social justice agendas and he has been a role model for students of history.

Erik Aslaksen, Fellow (2013) : Sydney

FRSN Dipl.-Ing (ETH) PhD (Lehigh) INCOSE

Independent Researcher, Gumbooya Pty Ltd

Erik Aslaksen is an engineer and physicist with over fifty years industry experience in microwave components, power electronics, quantum electronics, and telecommunications, gained in the US, Switzerland and Australia, and ranging from basic research to corporate management.

Diane Austin-Broos, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (Hons) (ANU) MA PhD (Chicago) FASSA

Professor Emeritus, Department of Anthropology, University of Sydney

Diane Austin-Broos is a leading advocate in Australian anthropology of ethno-history and a focus on change in the lives of indigenous minorities and other peripheralised peoples.

Andrew Baker, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Bristol) FAGU FACKMA

Australian Research Council Laureate Professor, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Andrew Baker has contributed significant research on water, cave science, and geochemistry.

Clive Baldock, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Sussex) MSc (Lond.) PhD (KCL) MTEM (Melb.) DFACPSEM FAIP FIPEM FInstP

Honorary Professor, University of Wollongong, 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 BSc (Hons) (ANU) MSc DIC (ICL) PhD (Qld) FRES

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 brainÕs innate immune system and the development of advanced medical imaging for the detection of subtle of non-obvious brain pathology.

Michael Barber, Fellow (2025) : Hunter

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) (UNSW), PhD (Cornell) FAA FTSE FSIAM

Emeritus Professor, University of Western Australia
Emeritus Professor, Flinders University

Michael Barber has made a substantial contribution to statistical mechanics research and Australian higher education.

Kris Barlow-Stewart, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Syd) PhD (UNSW) FHGSA

Honorary Academic, 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.

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, 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.

Lyria Bennett Moses, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc LLB (UNSW) GradDip Legal Practice (College of Law) LLM JSD (Columbia) FASSA FAAL SMIEEE

Professor and Head of School, School of Law, Society and Criminology, Faculty of Law and Justice, UNSW Sydney

Lyria Bennett Moses is a pioneer in research on the relationship between law and technological change.

Iain Benson, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Queens) MA (Cambridge) JD (Windsor) PhD (Witwatersrand)

Professor of Law, School of Law (Sydney), University of Notre Dame Australia

Iain Benson is an internationally recognised barrister, teacher and writer on legal philosophy.

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

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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) : New England North West

AM FRSN BBSc(Hons) (LaTrobe) GradDipAppChPsych (PIT) MPsych (Monash) PhD (Bond) FACCP

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, 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.

Lachlan Blackhall, Fellow (2025) : Interstate

FRSN BSc BE (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (ANU) FTSE FIEAust

Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation, Australian National University

Lachlan Blackhall has made a substantial contribution to the field of engineering in the area of electrical power systems.

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

AO 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) : Overseas

FRSN BA (Hons) (UNSW) MA (ANU) PhD (RMC Canada) SFHEA, FAIIA

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.

Michael Blumenstein, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc BIT (Hons) PhD (Griffith) FACS SMIEEE

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Business Creation and Major Facilities), University of Technology Sydney

Michael Blumenstein has made an international contribution to the field of Artificial Intelligence.

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.

Sean Brawley, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) PhD GradCert (Higher Ed) (UNSW) PFHEA

Professor of History, 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, UNSW Sydney

Joseph Bropht is a 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

Head of School, 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.

Trevor Brown, Fellow (2023) : New England North West

FRSN BSc (ANU) MSc (ANU), PhD (Adelaide) FRACI

Emeritus Professor, Chemistry, University of New England

Trevor Brown is a leading researcher and teacher in physical and industrial chemistry, and significant contributor to University management and governance.

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)

Executive Director, NSW Centre for Education Statistics and Evaluation, NSW Department of Education, 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 FRSN BSc (UT Austin) MSc (Monterey) SFSS FACNSL

Rear Adm. (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 (Heidelberg)

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

AC 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.

Maria Byrne, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UCG) PhD( UVic) DSc (NUI) FAA

Professor, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Maria Byrne is an internationally recognised researcher in marine biology, ranging from genes to ecosystems.

Amy Cain, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd) FASM

Associate Professor and ARC Future Fellow, School of Natural Sciences, Macquarie University

Amy Cain has an international reputation in microbiology through the study of antibiotic resistance.

Julie Cairney, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BMetEng (Hons) PhD (UNSW Sydney) GradCertEdStudies (Sydney)

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Enterprise) and Professor, Department of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, University of Sydney

Julie Cairney is an academic leader and materials engineer who has contributed to understanding of properties of alloys and other materials through the application and development of new atomic scale microscopy technologies.

Grahame Campbell, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BE MEngSc (UNSW) HonFIEAust

Chief Executive Officer, CMPS Engineers

Grahame Campbell, a pipeline engineer and serious jazz musician, has led the integration of engineering with other professions to be a leader in Project Management for complex projects.

Robert Care, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AM FRSN BE PhD (UNSW) FTSE FREng HonFIEAust FIML

Professor of Practice University of New South Wales Sydney, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Care Collaborative Pty Ltd

Robert Care is an engineer with a wide spectrum of skills, from project management of large infrastructure projects, to design, to investigative research. He is active in humanitarian engineering and leadership development.

David Carment, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) (UNSW) PhD (ANU) FACE FRAHS

Emeritus Professor of History, Faculty of Arts and Society, Charles Darwin University

David Carment has made a significant contribution to Australian history, though writing, teaching and community engagement.

David Carmichael, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BE (Hons) MEngSc (Sydney) PhD (Canterbury) CPEng FIEAust MASCE

Emeritus Professor of Civil Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering UNSW, UNSW Sydney

David Carmichael has made a lifelong contribution to education, research and the civil engineering profession. He has an international reputation for his understanding of Civil Engineering construction, projects and systems.

Jack Carmody, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN MB BS MD (Qld)

Former Associate Professor, Department of Physiology, University of Sydney

John Carmody is a medical teacher and researcher who has contributed much to the intellectual life of Australia as a music and book critic and commentator on society.

John Carter, Fellow (2018) : Hunter

AM FRSN BE PhD DEng (Sydney) FTSE FAA FAIB FIEAust

Emeritus Professor of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, University of Newcastle

John Carter has conducted ground-breaking research in geotechnical engineering particularly involving non-linear and time-dependent soil/structure interaction problems which have important applications in foundation design.

Anne Castles, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (ANU) PhD (Macq) FASSA

ARC Australian Laureate Fellow, Faculty of Education and Arts, Macquarie University

Anne Castles is an expert in the cognitive science of reading and language, reading development, and developmental dyslexia.

Ian Caterson, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN MB BS BSc(Med) PhD FRACP FRSN

Co-Clinical Stream Director, Sydney Local Health District, University of Sydney

Ian Caterson is a recognised expert on obesity, its causes, prevention, and management and is an advisor to governments and the World Heath Organisation in these areas.

Min Chen, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Northeast Normal Univ, China) PhD (Syd.)

Professor of Plant Biology, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Min Chen is a plant biochemist who has made a breakthrough discovery of chlorophyll f, which has created new queries and stimulated new research directions in plant science.

Mohammad Choucair, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Cornforth Medalist, UNSW Sydney) GAICD FRACI

Chief Executive Officer, Archer Exploration Ltd

Mohammad Choucair has spent the past decade solving seemingly intractable scientific challenges in the broad discipline of chemistry by creating and commercially developing innovative materials with global impact.

Edith Chow, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FRACI

CSIRO

Edith Chow, chemist and NSW Young Tall Poppy Award (2015), is a Senior Research Scientist working in sensor research. She is a sought-after presenter for STEM education activities.

Eric Pui Fung Chow, Fellow (2024) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (UTS) MAppSc (Bioinf) MPH (Syd.) PhD (UNSW) MBiostat (Melb.) MScMed (ClinEpid) (Syd.) FRSPH

Professor and Unit Head, Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Monash University

Eric Chow is an internationally recognised epidemiologist in the field of sexually transmitted infections.

David Christian, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Oxon) MA (W.Ontario) DPhil (Oxon) FAHA

Professor Emeritus (Retired), Department of History and Archaeology, Macquarie University

David Christian is an authority on the social and material history of the 19th-century Russian peasantry, in particular on aspects of diet and the role of alcohol.

Roger Chung, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UTas)

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Health Strategy), Macquarie University

Roger Chung has made notable contributions to the fields of neurobiology and neurochemistry.

Elizelle Cilliers, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA et Sc PhD MCom (North-West University) GradDipProjMan (Potchefstroom)

President, Commonwealth Association of Planners
Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Design and Society, University of Technology Sydney

Elizelle Cilliers is a recognised leader in urban planning, advancing sustainable cities, green infrastructure, and inclusive design through global collaboration.

Robert Clancy, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc(Med) (Hons) MB BS(Hons) (Sydney) PhD (Monash) DSc (Newcastle) FRACP FRCPA FRCPC

Emeritus Professor, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle

Robert Clancy has had a distinguished career as a clinical immunologist and is also recognised for his service to cartography as a collector of early maps of Australia.

Cameron Clark, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD (Sydney)

Associate Professor, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney

Cameron Clark's research is revolutionising the way that livestock are managed in Australia and globally. Innovative science and agricultural technology are combined to enable a step-change in animal welfare and productivity.

David Cohen, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) (Sydney) MSc (Queen's) PhD (UNSW ) FAIG FAAG

Treasurer, International Union of Geological Sciences
Professor Emeritus of Geochemistry, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, UNSW Sydney

David Cohen is recognised as a leading exploration geochemist and researcher, and also for his contributions as a senior manager in the higher-education sector.

Graeme Cohen, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd) MSc (Syd) PhD (UNSW) MA (UTS) FAustMS

Retired

Graeme Cohen is the leading exponent of the history of Australian mathematics. His bibliography of all Australian mathematics documents that history from the first universities in Australia, and earlier.

Geoffrey Cohn, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

OAM FRSN MB BCh (Wits) HonFAPAO FRANZCO FRACS

Senior Lecturer, Department of Ophthalmology, UNSW Sydney

Geoffrey Cohn is a world leading ophthalmologist who has spent forty years empowering communities in Australia and the Developing World to reduce the burden of blindness.

Ben Colagiuri, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BPsych (Hons) (Syd) PhD (Syd) MAPS

Professor of Psychology and Head, School of Psychology, University of sydney

Ben Colagiuri has made a significant contribution to the field of psychology through his studies of placebo and nacebo effects.

Catharine Coleborne, Fellow (2021) : Hunter

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (Melb.) PhD (La Trobe) FAHA FASSA

Professor of History, School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences, University of Newcastle

Australia's leading historian of psychiatry, Catharine Coleborne, has transformed our understanding of the past and present of mental illness and the asylum.

Clare Collins, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

AO FRSN BSc (Griffith) GradDipNutrDiet (Sydney) GradDipClinEpi PhD (Newcastle) FAHMS FDA FNSA

Laureate Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle

Clare Collins' innovative and internationally recognised research tests new technologies that personalise nutrition and improve diet-related health for people across key life stages and health conditions.

Michael Collins, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

PSM FRSN BSc PhD (Sydney) Australian Academy of Forensic Sciences

Director, Australian Forensic Drug Laboratory, National Measurement Institute

Michael Collins built an Australian capability to determine the provenance of illicit drugs using chemical and physical techniques and established an Australian forensic chemistry facility on a par with world's best.

Mark Compton, Fellow (2018) : Southern Highlands

AM GCStJ FRSN BSc (UNSW) MBA (UNSW) FAICD FAIM FACHSM

Adjunct Professor, Macquarie University
Company Director and Chairman, St John Ambulance Australia

Mark Compton is a distinguished health administrator with experience in the health, medical research and biotech sectors, who now gives his experience and knowledge to a university business school.

Conal Condren, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Econ) MSc (Econ) PhD (London) FAHA FASSA LMANZAMEMS

Emeritus Scientia Professor, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Conal Condren is internationally accepted as a significant intellectual historian who has had a particular impact on early modern political theory and the vocabulary of historical analysis.

Arthur Conigrave, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Med) MBBS MSc PhD MD FRACP, FRCP

Professor Emeritus, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Arthur Conigrave is a leading cell and molecular pharmacologist and clinical endocrinologist who has our understanding of how cells sense and respond to nutrients.

Ian Constable, Fellow (2020) : Interstate

AO FRSN MBBS DMedSc (Syd.) HonDSc (Murdoch) FAAHMS FRCSE FRANZCO FRACS FAICD

Professor of Ophthalmology, Lions Eye Institute, University of Western Australia

Ian Constable is a world-renowned eye surgeon. He was founding director of the Lions Eye Institute, Perth, and has pioneered research and teaching of ophthalmology in the Asia Pacific region

David Cook, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AO FRSN BE (Hons) (WA) MSc PhD (Calgary) FTSE

Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering

David Cook is recognised for distinguished service to the technological sciences and to engineering through corporate governance roles, and to the building and construction sector.

Les Copeland, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd) GAICD

Emeritus Professor of Agriculture, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, The University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Les Copeland has an international reputation in the field of agriculture and food science.

Susan Coppersmith, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BS (MIT) PhD (Cornell) FAA FAAAS FAPS

Professor and Head, School of Physics, UNSW Sydney

Sue Coppersmith is a theoretical physicist who has made substantial contributions to a broad range of problems in condensed matter physics, including glasses, granular materials, nonlinear dynamics, and quantum computing.

Adelle Coster, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (UNSW) PhD (UNSW)

Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW, UNSW Sydney

Adelle Coster is a leading university researcher in biomathematics who models viral infections and signalling in cells. She is also a leading tertiary educator and academic administrator.

Hans Coster, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN MSc PhD FTSE CPhys FAIP

Emeritus Professor, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Sydney

Hans Coster is recognised for his distinguished work as a physicist working in the areas of biophysics and membrane technology, and for his contributions to the development of related patents.

Noel Cressie, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (UWA) MA PhD (Princeton) FAA FASA FIMS

Distinguished Professor and Director, Centre for Environmental Informatics, University of Wollongong

Noel Cressie is a statistical scientist who has developed a world-leading statistical methodology for analysing spatial and spatio-temporal data and for its application to the environmental sciences.

Sally Cripps, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (Chem) (Syd) MBA (UWA) PhD (UNSW) FSSA FIMS FISBA

Professor of Mathematics and Statistics and Director of Technology, Human Technology Institute, University of Technology Sydney

Sally Cripps is a recognised leader and researcher in methods and applications of Bayesian machine learning.

Merlin Crossley, Fellow (2010) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Melb) DPhil (Oxon)

Professor of Molecular Biology and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Quality), UNSW Sydney

Merlin Crossley is a distinguished Australian molecular biologist, university teacher, and senior university administrator.

Rosalind Croucher, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AM FRSN AMusA AMEB BA LLB (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (UNSW) HonLLD (UNSW and Macquarie) FAAL FRSA FACLM (Hon) TEP FIAETL

NSW Information Commissioner
Professor Emeritus, Macquarie University

Through her public service, Rosalind Croucher has made a significant contribution to the fields of human rights, law reform, and higher education.

Anthony Cunningham, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AO FRSN MBBS BMedSc (Hons) MD (Melb.) FAHMS FRACP FRCPA FASM

Professor, Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases, University of Sydney
Director, Centre for Virus Research, Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR)

Anthony Cunningham is one of Australia's leading clinical and research virologists and has made substantial international contributions to HIV and herpesvirus discovery research culminating in the development and trialling of a highly efficacious shingles vaccine, a paradigm in the ageing.

David Currow, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BMed (NÕcle) MPH (Syd) PhD (Flinders) FAHMS FRACP FAChPM

Honorary Professorial Fellow, The Chancellory, University of Wollongong

David Currow has made significant contributions to cancer research and the field of palliative care.

Leanne Cutcher, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (UNSW) PhD (Sydney)

Professor of Management and Organisation Studies, Sydney Business School, University of Sydney

Leanne Cutcher is a highly regarded academic leader whose internationally recognised scholarship exploring discourse, strategy, and diversity in organizations has had impact both in academia and in the wider community.

Stephen Dain, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD FCOptom FAAO FIES(ANZ) FMSA

Emertus Professor, School of Optometry and Vision Science, UNSW Sydney

Stephen Dain is a leader in the field of metrology and standards in optometry and is a founder of ORLAB which provides its services to industry.

Hans Danielmeyer, Fellow (2015) : Overseas

FRSN Dr. rer. nat (Stuttgart) MBA (Rutgers)

Visiting Professor, Institute fur Neuro- und Bioinformatik, University of Lubeck

Hans Danielmeyer has made major contributions to research in the areas of solid-state lasers and macroeconomics, and contributions to industrial leadership at a senior level both nationally and internationally.

Trevor Danos, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN BEc LLB GradDipSc FTSE FAICD

Company Director and Strategic Business Advisor

Trevor Danos has been a senior member of the legal profession, with long-term, extensive pro bono involvement on various university advisory boards, foundations and various non-executive corporate directorships.

Jessica Davis, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (UNSW) Life Member, Clare Hall Cambridge UK

Honorary Associate, Department of English, University of Sydney

Jessica Davis is an internationally recognised scholar in humour, comedy, and cultural studies, particularly interested in trans-disciplinary approaches to humour and laughter, collaborating with colleagues in the natural and social sciences and humanities.

Nicholas Davis, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA LLB (Hons) (Syd.) MBA (Oxon) FRAHS MRIIA

Industry Professor of Emerging Technology and Co-Director, Human Technology Institute, University of Technology Sydney

Nicholas Davis is a global leader in the governance and policy direction of artificial intelligence.

Alan Davison, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN LDipPerf (TCL) BMus (Hons) PhD (Melb.) GradCert Tert Teaching (Otago)

Academic Lead, Governance and Public Affairs Centre, Australian Catholic University

Alan Davison is a leading international scholar in cultural history of the long nineteenth century, especially the intersection of music and visual culture.

Ian Dawes, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UNSW) DPhil (Oxon) FAA

Emeritus Professor, School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Ian Dawes is a leader in the science of gene expression and microbial molecular genetics. He has made significant contributions to eukaryotic gene regulation during cell development and responses to the environment. His studies of yeast sporulation provided a detailed understanding of metabolism during meiosis and identified the motif that regulates specific gene expression during meiosis.

Judith Dawes, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (Sydney) FOptica FSPIE

Professor of Physics, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences and MQ Photonics Research Centre, Macquarie University

Judith Dawes is a leader in the science of optics, especially light interaction with matter at the nanoscale.

Ken Dawson, Fellow (2013) : Hunter

FRSN BDS (Syd) MDSc (Melb) MA (UNE) MTh (Glasgow) DipABOMS FRACDS FRACDS(OMS) FACOMS FSAScot FLS

Maxillofacial Surgeon

Ken Dawson is an Australian-trained maxillofacial surgeon who has held academic and clinical posts in Australia and the USA.

Terry Dawson, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BRurSc (Hons) PhD (UNE) FAMS FRZS

Emeritus Professor, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Science, UNSW Sydney

Terence Dawson is an internationally respected mammologist who led the early development of paradigm-changing knowledge on Australian marsupials and remains active in ecosystem research and conservation.

Simon de Graaf, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BScAgr (Hons) PhD (Sydney) GradCertEdStud(HE) FSRB

Professor of Animal Reproduction, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Simon de Graaf is a leading expert on animal reproduction and breeding technology. His research has increased production efficiency in animal agriculture, while also helping to save endangered wildlife.

Roger Dean, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA PhD (Cantab) DSc DLitt (Brunel) FAHA

Artistic Director, austraLYSIS
Professor of Sonic Communication, MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development, Western Sydney University

Roger Dean has made a substantial contribution to higher education and music.

Elizabeth Deane, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Sydney)

Higher Education Consultant

Elizabeth Deane is an expert in mammalian immunology and an eminent academic leader. She has transformed modes of teaching and learning in Australia and continues to play a leadership role in the private higher education sector.

Fariba Dehghani, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Shiraz) PhD (UNSW)

Professor and Director of Bioengineering Research, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Sydney

Fariba Dehghani has an international reputation in bioengineering for her pioneering work on medical devices, diagnostics and food technology.

Katherine Demuth, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BA (New Mexico) MA (Indiana) PhD (Indiana) FASSA

ARC Laureate Fellow and Distinguished Professor, Australian Hearing Hub, Macquarie University

Katherine Demuth is a distinguished academic whose research focuses on language acquisition, the studies of perception, and production across languages.

Martin Denny, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FRZSN FRZSN FECAN

Zoologist/Ecological Consultant, Biodiversity Monitoring Services

Martin Denny is a research zoologist, with a long involvement in fauna conservation issues, particularly Australian marsupials. He has been associated with many professional and academic institutions.

Simon Devitt, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Melb.) FAIP

Associate Professor and Research Director, Centre for Quantum Software and Information, University of Technology Sydney

Simon Devitt has developed multiple-architecture designs for quantum computing and communications systems and is internationally known for pioneering work in quantum error correction and algorithmic compilation.

Vince Di Pietro, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM CSC LOM (USA) FRSN MA (Deakin) FRAeS FAICD FIIER-A

Commodore, RAN (Retired)
Independent Consultant, Shoalhaven City Council

Vince Di Pietro served many years in the Navy in aviation, training, infrastructure and environmental planning, capability and acquisition, professional military education and diplomacy, before joining a major aerospace company.

Marcel Dinger, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Hons) PhD (Waikato) GAICD FFSc(RCPA)

Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney

Marcel Dinger is recognised for both his scientific contributions to advancing the understanding of how information is stored and utilised in the genome and for his leadership in connecting and cultivating productive engagement between academia with industry.

Chris Dixon, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA(Hons) MA (UWA) PhD (UNSW) CradCertTertTeach (Newcastle)

Executive Dean, Faculty of Arts, Macquarie University

Chris Dixon has made a significant contribution to higher education and American history.

Nicholas Dixon, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN PhD (Qld)

Emeritus Professor of Biological Chemistry, Molecular Horizons and School of Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience, University of Wollongong

Nicholas Dixon has made outstanding contributions to research into the mechanisms of DNA replication and to education in the fields of molecular cell biology and chemistry.

Anthony Dooley, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD (ANU) FAICD FAustMS

Professor of Mathematics, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Tony Dooley is a world-recognised expert in mathematical analysis, and has had senior leadership roles in Australian and UK universities.

The Hon. John Dowd, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AO KC FRSN LLB (Syd.) Hon LLD (SCU)

Retired, International Commission of Jurists Australia

John Dowd is one of the most senior lawyers in the country, and currently is President of the International Commission of Jurists Australia. He has served the State of NSW as Attorney-General and in other government roles.

Robyn Dowling, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BEc (Hons) (Syd) MA (BritCol) PhD (BritCol) FASSA FGNSW

Professor, Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning, University of Sydney

Robyn Dowling is acknowledged as one of AustraliaÕs foremost geographers, known for developing theoretically and empirically deep understandings of urban life, and how cities can meet the challenges of technology and climate change.

Bruce Dowton, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN MB BS MD (Sydney) FACMG FRACP FAICD

Vice-Chancellor, Macquarie University

Stephen (Bruce) Dowton is a paediatrician, clinical geneticist, molecular biologist, researcher, and academic, and has served as a senior executive at a range of universities, healthcare institutions, and consulting organisations.

Yihong Du, Fellow (2025) : New England North West

FRSN BSc MSc PhD (Shandong) FAA FAustMS

Professor, Mathematics, University of New England

Yihong Du has made a substantial contribution to the discipline of mathematics, notably in the area of nonlinear elliptic and parabolic partial differential equations.

Annabelle Duncan, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

PSM FRSN BSc MSc (Otago) PhD (LaT) DSc (Honoris Causa) (Murdoch, LatT) FTSE

Chair, Sydney School of Entrepreneurship
Emeritus Professor, University of New England

Annabelle Duncan is a biotech researcher, teacher, and former university Vice Chancellor, who played a significant role for the UN in biological weapons negotiations and for Australia over the discovery of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq.

Kenneth Dutton, Fellow (2019) : Hunter

AM FRSN BA (Hons) MA (Hons) Doctor de l'Universite (Paris) HonDLitt (Newcastle) FACE

Emeritus Professor, University of Newcastle

Kenneth Dutton is a scholar of French Studies, human social anatomy and Australian local history, with distinguished service to French-Australian cultural relations and outstanding administrative contributions to education.

Andrew Dzurak, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (Cantab)

Scientia Professor, School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, UNSW Sydney

Andrew Dzurak is a leading expert in silicon-based quantum computing a team focused on the development of a quantum processor that can be manufactured using CMOS technology.

Malte Ebach, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UoN) MSc (Syd.) PhD (Melb.) FGSA

Honorary Associate Professor, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Malte Ebach is a biogeographer who has researched the history and theory of Australian biogeography.

Jeremy Eccles, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN MA (Oxon) MAICA

Arts Journalist, Commentator, and Critic

Through the writing of many hundreds of articles and essays for newspapers, magazines, websites and curated exhibition catalogues, Jeremy Eccles has illuminated the complexity of First Nations cultures for Australians.

Gary Edmond, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Wollongong) LLB (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (Cantab) FAAL

Professor of Law, School of Law, Society and Criminology, UNSW Sydney

Gary Edmond is a leading international evidence scholar with a specialisation in the reliability and quality of expert evidence. He is actively involved in legal commentary and law reform.

Ben Eggleton, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd.) FAA FTSE FOSA FIEEE FSPIE

Professor of Physics and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), Research Portfolio, University of Sydney

Ben Eggleton has made pioneering contributions to nonlinear optics and all-optical signal processing with recent breakthrough achievements in the nonlinear optics of periodic media, slow-light in photonic crystals, and ultrafast planar waveguide nonlinear optics.

John Elder, Fellow (2017) : Southern Highlands

AM FRSN BBus (CSU) GradDipIndRel MIndRel PhD (Sydney)

Australian Construction Industry Redundancy Trust

A former NSW Industrial Relations Commissioner, John Elder is a leading consultant in industrial relations in the building industries.

Elizabeth Elliott, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AM FRSN MD MPhil MBBS FAHMS FRACP FRCPCH FRCP

Consultant Paediatrician, Children's Hospital Westmead
Distinguished Professor of Paediatrics and Child Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney

As a paediatrician, researcher and advocate, Elizabeth Elliott has made an enduring contribution to child health and well-being internationally, for Indigenous and refugee children, children with rare diseases and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

Nick Enfield, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (ANU) PhD (Melb.) FAHA

Professor of Linguistics, Director, Sydney Social Sciences and Humanities Advanced Research Centre, University of Sydney

Nick Enfield has made significant breakthroughs in empirical and theoretical research on language and its relationships to culture, society, and the human mind, with particular reference to the diverse languages and cultures of mainland Southeast Asia.

Karu Esselle, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Moratuwa) MASc PhD (Ottawa) FIEEE FIEAust

Distinguished Professor in Electromagnetic and Antenna Engineering, School of Electrical and Data Engineering, University of Technology Sydney

Karu Esselle has made outstanding contributions to research and development of antenna systems for space, medical and defence applications and has shown outstanding performance in mentoring young academics and researchers.

Lionel Etheridge, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) GradDipEd MAppSc (UNSW)

Lionel Etheridge has an international reputation in contaminated site remediation and technologies, serving as the technical manager for the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympic Construction Enabling Works and as an Independent remediation expert for Barangaroo remediation.

Jason Evans, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Newcastle) BMath (Hons) (Newcastle) PhD (ANU) FMSSANZ

Professor, Climate Change Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Jason Evans has significantly advanced the science of regional climate (modelling, projections and impacts), and substantively improved our understanding of bushfire-atmosphere interactions and dryland degradation remote monitoring.

Mark Evans, Fellow (2022) : Western NSW

FRSN PhD (Strathclyde) FIPAA

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research), Charles Sturt University

Mark EvansÕ research focuses on the study and practice of governance and policy analysis. He has managed research and evaluation projects for government policy in 26 countries.

Ralph Evans, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

AO FRSN BE (Hons) (Syd) MBA (Stanford) FAICD FIEAust

Retired

Ralph Evans has given distinguished service to international trade and investment, corporate governance and business and venture capital endeavours.

Brian Falzon, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc BEng (Hons) PhD (Syd.) FRAeS

Distinguished Professor in Composite Materials and Aerospace Structures and Dean, School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University

Brian Falzon has made a substantial contribution to higher education and is internationally recognised for his work on advanced composite materials and aerospace structures.

Alan Farnsworth, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM FRSN MB BS (Sydney) FRACS FRCSE

Former Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Alan Farnsworth is recognised as a leading surgeon in Australia and Asia in the field of adult and paediatric cardiothoracic surgery. He pioneered the homograft valve bank at St Vincent's Hospital.

Les Field, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD DSc (Sydney) FAA CChem FRACI FRSC

Professor of Chemistry and former Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UNSW Sydney

Les Field is a distinguished researcher in organic chemistry and for his contributions to research and the higher education sector through senior management roles.

Miroslav Filipovic, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN MSc (UWS) PhD (UWS) FAIP FASA

Professor and Head, Department of Physics, Western Sydney University

Miroslav Filipovic has made internationally recognised contributions in the areas of radio-astronomy, astrobiology and space science.

Len Fisher, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

OAM FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc PhD BA MA FRSC FRACI FInstP FLS

Honorary Senior Research Fellow, School of Physics, University of Bristol

Len Fisher is a biophysical scientist who now works to make science accessible through writing, broadcasting, and public speaking.

Nicholas Fisher, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Syd.) PhD (UNC-Chapel Hill) DSc (Sydney) FRSS FASA MISI

Visiting Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University, University of Sydney

Nicholas Fisher has made a substantial contribution to the field of statistical methods, notably new approaches to the analysis of multivariate geochemical data.

Nick Fisk, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN MBBS PhD MBA FAHMS FRCOG FRANZCOG DDU CMFM GAICD

Emeritus Professor of Medicine, UNSW Sydney

Professor Fisk is a clinician scientist in feto-maternal medicine with national and international leadership roles in academic medicine.

Victor Flambaum, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD DSc (Novosibirsk) FAA FAPS FInstP FAIP

Scientia Professor, School of Physics, UNSW Sydney

Victor Flambaum is a distinguished theoretical physicist who is internationally recognised for pioneering work in atomic, molecular, nuclear, elementary particle, solid-state physics, general relativity, and astrophysics.

James Franklin, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (Warwick)

Honorary Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney

James Franklin is a leading expert in philosophy, ethics and the history of ideas as they relate to mathematics. His work examines how objectivity in ethics parallels that in mathematics.

Brian Fraser, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (NZ) MSc PhD (Canterbury) FAIP FRAS

Emeritus/Honorary Professor, Centre for Space Physics, Discipline of Physics, University of Newcastle

Brian Fraser has had a long and distinguished career in space plasma physics. He has, inter alia, pioneered studies into the dynamics of the polar cap regions and magnetospheric diagnostics related to space weather.

Peter French, Fellow (2019) : New England North West

FRSN BSc MSc (Sydney) MBA PhD (Deakin) FARSM

Dr Peter French Pty Limited

Peter French is a leader in cell and molecular biology for medical science, working at the intersection of scientific and commercial environments.

Gary Froyland, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Qld), PhD (W. Aust.) FAA MAE FSIAM FAustMS

Scientia Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney

Gary Froyland's mathematical research has enabled precise vortex tracking in the ocean and atmosphere, optimal resource extraction from mines, efficient port operations scheduling, reliable aircraft scheduling, and safer lung cancer radiotherapy.

Anna Funder, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) LLB (Hons) MA (Melb.) DCA (UTS)

Author

Anna Funder has made a significant contribution to Australian literature.

Phil Gale, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN MA DPhil DSc (Oxon) FRACI CChem FRSC

Professor and Deputy Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney

Philip Gale is a supramolecular chemist who is known internationally for his work on recognition and lipid bilayer transport of anionic species. This work is leading to the development of compounds that may be used as tools for the study of transmembrane ion transport processes and may in the future be applied to the treatment of diseases caused by dysregulation of anion transport.

Jai Galliott, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN JP BA (Macq.) BA (Hons) (CSU) PhD (Macq) ExecCertPubLead (Harvard) LFRSA

Honorary Associate Professor, Faculty of Business and Law, UNSW Canberra

Jai Galliott is an accomplished academic working at the intersection of philosophy, technology and military studies.

Stephen Garton, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Syd) PhD (UNSW) FAHA FASSA FRAHS

Professor of History and Principal Advisor Vice-Chancellor's Office, University of Sydney

Stephen Garton has a distinguished record of scholarship and academic leadership. His area of research is Australian history, although he has also published in the fields of American and British history.

John Gascoigne, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) MA PhD DLitt FAHA FRHS

Emeritus Scientia Professor, School of Humanities and Languages, UNSW Sydney

John Gascoigne is an eminent historian of science and religion with a special interest in European engagement with the Pacific.

Warwick Giblin, Fellow (2024) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (UNE) DipEd (UNE) GradDipEnvironStud (Macq) FEIANZ

Adjunct Professor, University of New England
Principal, ESE Justice

Warwick Giblin has been a leader in the development of the environmental management profession

Lt Gen (Retd) Ken Gillespie, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AC DSC CSM FRSN GradDipStratStudies (RCDS) RCDS

Owner Director, SectorWest Pty Ltd, SectorWest Pty Ltd

Kenneth Gillespie is a distinguished and eminent Australian, who rose from Army trade apprentice to become Chief of Army. He has made significant contributions to the nation by his leading roles with Infrastructure and Defence NSW, International SOS, the Anzac Research Institute, the NSW Centenary of Anzac Advisory Council, and the Strategic Policy Institute, amongst others.

Ross Gittins, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BCom (Newcastle) HonLittD (Macq, ANU, Newcastle NSW) HonDSc (Sydney) FASSA FCA

Economics Editor, Sydney Morning Herald

Ross Gittins is an Australian political and economic journalist and author, widely known and acknowledged for his ability to make dry and hard-to-understand economics and economic policy relevant and interesting.

Maree Gleeson, Fellow (2016) : Hunter

OAM FRSN BSc PhD FAICD

Emeritus Professor, College of Health, Medicine, Wellbeing, University of Newcastle

Maree Gleeson has played major roles in the advancement of medical and clinical science in NSW through her research into mucosal immunology and her role in directing medical research in NSW and the Hunter region.

Barney Glover, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) DipEd MSc PhD (Melb.) FTSE MAICD

Jobs and Skills Commissioner, Jobs and Skills Australia, Western Sydney University

Across high-profile leadership roles in the university sector, research, business and the arts, Barney Glover has forged a record of progressive and highly innovative reform in complex and challenging settings.

David Gonski, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AC FRSN BComm LLB (UNSW) HonLLD (Wollongong) LFAICD FCPA

Chancellor, UNSW Sydney

A businessman of exceptional repute, David Gonski has held prominent positions in business, university, and not-for-profit organisations. He is a leader in educational reform and as a partron of the arts.

Heather Goodall, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) PhD GradDipAdultEd FASSA

Emeritus Professor of History, Faculty of Arts and Social Science, University of Technology Sydney

Heather Goodall is a historian who has researched and published extensively on Indigenous histories in Australia, on environmental history in both rural and urban Australia and on colonial and decolonisation histories in Australia and the Indian Ocean.

Georg Gottwald, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN Diplom (Dusseldorf) PhD (Monash)

Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Sydney

Georg Gottwald has made international contributions to the theory and applications of deterministic and stochastic dynamical systems theory.

Peter Gray, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FAICD

Professorial Research Fellow, Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland

Peter Gray has made a substantial contribution to the field of biotechnology.

Anne Green, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc (Hons) (Melb.) PhD (Syd.) GradCertHigherEd (Sydney) GAICD FTSE FASA FAIP

Emeritus Professor, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Anne Green, a pioneer for women in science, is internationally recognised for her achievements in astronomy and telescope technology, bringing strategic vision, networking and advocacy skills to the discipline of physics.

Roy Green, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AM FRSN LLB BA (Hons) (Adelaide) PhD (Cantab) FIAM FRSA

Board Director (CSIRO, ARM Hub, SmartSatCRC, Port of Newcastle)
Emeritus Professor and Special Innovation Adviser, University of Technology Sydney

Over a lengthy career in universities, government, and industry, Roy Green established and managed programs and initiatives in Australia and overseas that have had a significant socio-economic impact, including most recently reports and inquiries on Australia's innovation system, management skills, technology opportunities such as internet of things, and a leadership role in manufacturing, regional diversification and ports.

Catherine Greenhill, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc Hons (UQ) MSc (UQ) DPhil (Oxford) FAA FAustMS

Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney

Catherine Greenhill is a leading Australian research mathematician, with special expertise in random graphs, combinatorics and discrete mathematics.

Des Griffin, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AM FRSN PhD

Gerard Krefft Fellow, Australian Museum

Des Griffin is recognised for outstanding service as the long-term Director of the Australian Museum and as a writer on education and current affairs, including the environment.

William Griffin, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Stanford) PhD (Minnesota) FDKNVS FGS FAGU FIMA

Professor Emeritus, ARC Centre of Excellence for Core to Crust Fluid Systems, Macquarie University

Bill Griffin is an internationally recognised expert in geology who specialises in utilising an interdisciplinary approach to mapping the inaccessible deep Earth.

Pamela Griffith, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

OAM FRSN BArtEd DipArtEd CertTeach(NSW)

Director, Griffith Studio and Graphic Workshop, Griffith Studio and Graphic Workshop

Substantial body of art works in the community. Represented in regional, state and federal collections. Commissioned to produce works of national significance for commemorative occasions. Art, history and science collaborations.

Ross Griffith, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Leeds) FUNSW

Emeritus Professor, Griffith Services (Consultants)

Ross Griffith has been a major force in textile education with world acclaim. He has freely given of his expertise, knowledge and time to The Smith Family and The National Trust (NSW)

Saul Griffith, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (UNSW) MEng (Sydney) MS PhD (MIT)

Chief Executive Officer, Otherlab

Saul Griffith, a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and advisor to President Biden, is an inventor and entrepreneur, whose company focusses on clean energy, robotics, and design and manufacturing.

Gordon Grigg, Fellow (2021) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Qld) PhD (Oregon) DSc (Sydney)

Emeritus Professor of Zoology, University of Queensland

Gordon Grigg is a significant leader of research into Australian vertebrates. He is known for studies of the biology of saltwater crocodiles, and first discovered hibernation in a non-placental mammal.

Gilles Guillemin, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AM KONM FRSN PhD (Bourgogne) FRSB

Professor of Neurosciences, BioNyeri Pty Ltd

Gilles Guillemin researches in the field of neuroimmunology and is an acknowledged world leader in tryptophan metabolism. He initiated the creation of the Motor Neurone Disease Research Centre at Macquarie University.

Yingjie Guo, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) ME (Xidian) PhD (Xian Jiaotong) HonPhD (Bradford) FTSE FIEEE FIET

Distinguished Professor and Director, Global Big Data Technologies Centre, Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney

Jay Guo has made a significant contribution to the field of wireless communications and telecommunications and through technology commercialisation.

Geoffrey Gurr, Fellow (2021) : Western NSW

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Plymouth) GradCert (Syd.) PhD (London) DIC (Imperial) DSc FRES

Distinguished Professor of Applied Ecology, School of Agriculture, Environment and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University

Geoff Gurr has made a major and sustained contribution to applied ecology and agricultural sustainability that has been internationally recognised for its scientific rigour and practical impact.

Simon Haines, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (ANU) DPhil (Oxon) FHKAH

Adjunct Professor, Australian Catholic University

Simon Haines has made a substantial contribution to higher education and the humanities.

Trevor Hambley, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (WA) PhD (Adelaide) FAA FRACI

Emeritus Professor, Chemistry, University of Sydney

Trevor Hambley is a distinguished chemist, best known for his research in bioinorganic chemistry, crystallography, and molecular mechanics research, and also a senior administrator in the higher-education sector.

Suzanne Hand, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD FRZS

Emeritus Professor, Earth and Sustainability Science Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Suzanne Hand is a distinguished vertebrate palaeontologist and mammalogist, and the author of more than 90 new Australian mammal taxa.

John Hardie, Fellow (1972) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc GradCertEdStud (Higher Ed) (Syd) FHEA FGS MACE

President, Royal Societies of Australia

John Hardie has had a significant career in education across higher education, vocational education, and schools, specialising in distance and open learning and educational technology. He is the longest-serving President of the Royal Society of NSW, which he joined in 1972.

Alex Harrison, Fellow (2018) : Hunter

FRSN BA (Hons) (Macq.) BE (UTS) MSc (Macq.) PhD (Newcastle) FIEAust CPEng

Conjoint Professor, School of Engineering, University of Newcastle

Alexander Harrison has made internationally-recognised contributions to the engineering profession through the advancement of science, technology and industrial consulting in the field of bulk-materials handling associated with resources and mineral production.

Debbie Haski-Leventhal, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA PhD (HUJI)

Professor of Management, Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University

Debbie Haski-Leventhal has made a notable contribution to the field of management especially in the area of corporate responsibility.

Victoria Haskins, Fellow (2024) : Hunter

FRSN BA (Hons) (Syd) PhD (Syd) FAHA FAIATSIS

Professor of History, School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences, University of Newcastle

Victoria Haskins has made an international contribution to history through the study of gender and colonisation.

Medy Hassan, Fellow (2019) : Interstate

OAM FRSN BArch (Hons) (RMIT) BAppSc (Canberra) FAIB

Managing Director and CEO, Haus Holdings Pty Ltd

Medy Hassan is a businessman of exceptional repute. Working with universities in Australia and overseas, he has successfully married "blue-sky research" with commercial funding within NSW, this country, and abroad.

Paul Heather, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN MProjMgt (Newcastle)

Registered Building Practitioner, NSW

Paul Heather is a leading construction practitioner and educator who has played a critical role in the leadership of the building profession, the training of the leadership Corps of the RAE, and ensuring the continuance of artisan skills in the trades.

Donald Hector, Fellow (2008) : Sydney

AM FRSN BE (Chem) PhD (Syd) FIChemE FIEAust FAICD

Principal, Grassick SSG Pty Ltd

Donald Hector is an Australian chemical engineer and company director who has served in executive management roles in major Australian and international corporations. He is a former President of the Royal Society of NSW.

Gernot Heiser, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Freiburg) MSc (Brock) DrScTech (ETH) FTSE ML FACM FIEEE FEA

Professor, School of Computer Science Engineering, UNSW (Sydney)

Gernot Heiser has made ground-breaking contributions to the security and safety of computer systems through the application of mathematical proof techniques to real-world operating systems.

Graham Hellestrand, Fellow (2019) : Hunter

FRSN BSc PhD EMBA (UNSW) MBA (Sydney) FIEE FIEAust CPEng

Emeritus Professor, UNSW (Sydney)
CEO, Embedded Systems Technology Inc. (USA) and Embedded Systems Technology Intl Pty Ltd (AU)

Graham Hellestrand has carried out high-performance simulations of large-scale distributed systems. He is Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of the US-Australia based start-up, Embedded Systems Technology, and other companies.

Bruce Henry, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FAustMS

Emeritus Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney

Bruce Henry has an international research reputation in nonlinear and statistical science and as a leader in tertiary mathematics education. He has co-led the introduction of new teaching programs in Data Science.

Richard Henry, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN MB BS (Hons) (Sydney) DipClinEpi MD (Newcastle) Hon DUniv (UNSW) FRACP

Consultant in Health and Higher Education
Emeritus Professor, UNSW Sydney

Richard Henry is an academic paediatrician with a significant career in university and hospital leadership.

Yves Hernot, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

KONM FRSN ENSBA (Paris)ÑLAFA

Philanthropist and Patron of the Arts

Yves Hernot is a photographic artist, art curator and auctioneer, and major patron of art. He has contributed to and supports French and Australian culture in Australia and vice versa Australia in France.

Jan Herrmann, Fellow (2009) : Sydney

FRSN Dipl. Phys. Dr. rer. nat. (Leipzig)

General Manager, Physical Metrology, National Measurement Institute

Jan Herrmann is a leader in the field of physical metrology, overseeing a branch that delivers world-class measurement standards, expert advice, and services for industry, research, and government.

Robert Hewitt, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Sydney) FAIP FASA

Honorary Associate Professor, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Robert Hewitt has served Australian Physics and Higher Education for more than fifty years. He has worked on theoretical problems of reactions in matter particularly associated with space.

Adrian Hibberd, Fellow (2018) : Hunter

AM FRSN MB BS BMedSc (Melb) MD (Dist) (Otago) FRACS FACS

Conjoint Professor of Surgery, University of Newcastle NSW
Emeritus Consultant in Transplantation, Hunter Medical Research Institute, John Hunter Hospital

Adrian Hibberd has made reforming contributions in organ donation and renal transplantation in Australia and internationally. He has made contributions to transplant immunology including a novel immunosuppressive drug and cancer analyses.

Brynn Hibbert, Fellow (2009) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (KCL) FRACI FRSC

Emeritus Professor, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney

Brynn Hibbert, a former President of the RSNSW, is an academic chemist known for his work on metrology in chemistry, and the analysis of drugs of abuse in human and equine sport.

Ian Hickie, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AO FRSN MB BS MD (UNSW) FASSA FAHMS FRANZCP

Professor and Co-Director, Health and Policy, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney

Through his clinical research and contributions to public policy, Ian Hickie's work has led to significant improvements in the lives of those directly affected by major mood and depressive disorders.

Stephen Hill, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Syd.) PhD (Melb.) FTSE

Emeritus Professor, Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, University of Wollongong

Stephen Hill is recognised for distinguished contributions to humankind through numerous senior roles with UNESCO over a sustained period.

Jonathan Hirst, Fellow (2019) : Hunter

FRSN PhD (Monash)

Professor of Pharmacology, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Newcastle

Jonathan Hirst has made a significant contribution to perinatology, particularly in the area of foetal brain injury. He has made an exemplary contribution to mentoring early career researchers.

Simon Ho, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc (Sydney) DPhil (Oxon)

Professor of Molecular Evolution, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Simon Ho, who was awarded the SocietyÕs Edgeworth David Medal in 2015, has led significant advances in our understanding of the evolutionary processes that have produced the diversity of life.

Anita Ho-Baillie, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BE (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FAIP, FRSC

John Hooke Chair of Nanoscience, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Anita Ho-Baillie is a distinguished researcher improving the performance of solar cells. An example of her achievement is making perovskite cells commercially viable, by overcoming their fragility in heat and humidity.

Dorothy Hoddinott, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA Dip Ed MA (Sydney) HonDLitt (Sydney, WSU) FACE FACEL (NSW)

Presiding Pro-Chancellor, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Dorothy Hoddinott is a leader in and advocate for the human rights of children in education, particularly disadvantaged young people, including refugees and asylum seekers, Aboriginal students and young people with disabilities.

Deb Hodgson, Fellow (2017) : Hunter

AM FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (Macq) GAICD AHPRA REG psychologist

Emeritus Professor of Neuroscience, Psychological science, University of Newcastle

Deborah Hodgson has made significant contributions to our understanding of the role of neuroimmunomodulation in disease, with particular emphasis on neonatal stress and health.

Mark Hoffman, Fellow (2017) : Hunter

FRSN BE PhD (Syd.) MBT (UNSW) FTSE

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Newcastle

Mark Hoffman is a leading materials scientist and university administrator whose research expertise is in the area of structural integrity of materials.

Carolyn Hogg, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UWA) BSc (Hons) (Murdoch) PhD (Syd.)

Professor of Biodiversity and Conservation, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Carolyn Hogg is considered one of Australia's thought-leaders in wildlife population management and globally recognised for her contribution to conservation genomics for threatened species.

Richard Holden, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BEc (Hons) (Syd.) AM PhD (Harvard) FASSA FES

Professor of Economics, School of Economics, UNSW Sydney

Richard Holden has made a substantial contribution to the field of economics with a focus on contract theory, political economy, law and economics, and organizational economics.

Eddie Holmes, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UCL) PhD (Cantab) FAA FRS

NHMRC Leadership Fellow
Professor of Virology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney

Edward Holmes has revealed the origin and evolution of major viral pathogens and the biodiversity of the viral world, and made fundamental insights into how viruses emerge in new hosts.

Martin Holt, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Birmingham) MSc (LSE) PhD (Birmingham)

Professor, Centre for Social Research in Health, UNSW Sydney

Martin Holt has contributed significantly to the field of HIV prevention with gay and bisexual men, in particular the understanding of community attitudes to new prevention technologies and their impact on sexual cultures.

Xufeng Huang, Fellow (2024) : Southern Highlands

FRSN MBBS (Xuzhou) PhD (UNSW) DSc (UoW)

Distinguished Professor, School of Medical, Indigenous, and Health Sciences, University of Wollongong

Xufeng Huang has made a significant contribution to mental health, well-being and overall well-being in the community.

Tony Hulbert, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD DSc (UNSW)

Emeritus Professor, University of Wollongong

John Hulbert, a Clarke Medal awardee, is a leading international scholar with major achievements in comparative physiology, membrane dynamics and biochemical processes.

Julian Huppert, Fellow (2024) : Overseas

FRSN MA MSci PhD (Cantab) FRSC FRSA

Director, Intellectual Forum, Jesus College, University of Cambridge

Julian Huppert has made substantial contributions to the study of unusual structures of DNA and public policy as both a scientist and politician

David Hush, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA BMus (Sydney) MFA PhD (Princeton)

Composer, Musician, Music Theorist, Publisher and Writer, Music, Hush Edition

David Hush is a brilliant composer of music. His compositions have been performed world-wide. David has composed the bicentennial fanfare for the RSNSW 2021 celebrations.

Pat Hutchings, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc(Hons) PhD DSc FRZS

Senior Fellow, Australian Museum Research Institute, Australian Museum

Dr Pat Hutchings is an internationally recognised expert in polychaetes systematics and ecology, and has been an active contributor to the development of marine parks and their management, raising the awareness of the value of estuarine wetlands.

Belinda Hutchinson, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AC FRSN BEc (Sydney) FAICD FICA

Non Executive Director, University of Sydney

Belinda Hutchinson has given extraordinary service to Australian business and society, and, through her Chancellorship of the University of Sydney, to higher education.

Brendon Hyde, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BE (USyd) MEngSc (UNSW) GradDipLLR (USyd) FIEPak FIEAust MICE (Lon)

Retired

Victor Brendon Hyde has made a significant contribution to the field of civil engineering.

Buddhima Indraratna, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc DIC (Imperial) PhD (Alberta) FTSE FIEAust FASCE FAusIMM FGS

Distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering and Director, UTS Transport Research Centre, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney

Buddhima Indraratna has made an international contribution to geotechnology.

Muireann Irish, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) GradDipStats PhD (TCD) FASSA

Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, School of Psychology and the Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney

Muireann Irish's research explores the cognitive and neural bases of memory disruption in dementia. Her work has refined our understanding of the human memory system and proven pivotal for the differential diagnosis of dementia syndromes.

Helen Irving, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Melb) LLB(Hons) (Syd.) MPhil (Cantab) PhD (Syd.) FASSA FAAL

Professor Emerita of Law, Faculty of Law, University of Sydney

Helen Irving has published original, influential work over more than twenty years on Australian federation, and Australian and comparative constitutional history, law and theory. Her work has been nationally and internationally recognised.

Md Zahidul Islam, Fellow (2025) : Western NSW

FRSN BEng (Rajshahi) GradDipInfSc (UNSW) PhD (Newcastle)

Associate Dean Research and Professor of Computer Science, Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences, Charles Sturt University

Zahid Islam has made a substantial international contribution to the field of computer science, most notably in the area of data mining.

Rebecca Ivers, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AM FRSN BOptom (UNSW) MPH PhD (Syd.) FAHMS

Scientia Professor and Head of School, School of Population Health, UNSW Sydney

Rebecca Ivers is an internationally renowned public health researcher specialising in injury prevention and trauma care, with a focus on equity and access.

Duncan Ivison, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (McGill) MSc PhD (LSE) FAHA

Professor of Political Philosophy, Discipline of Philosophy, University of Sydney

Duncan Ivison is an accomplished political philosopher and a senior academic leader. He has written extensively on human rights and liberalism.

Davina Jackson, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN MArch (UNSW) PhD (Kent) FRGS FRSA Honorary Life Member International Society for Digital Earth

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) : Interstate

AM FRSN MPH (Syd) GradDipAppEpi (NSW DoH) PhD (Syd) MA (Deakin) FADC, FCDSS

Professor Public Health and Epidemiology, 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

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

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

Former Chancellor, 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 OSJ

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, Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of Natural History, 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.

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 FRSC

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.) GAICD

Chief Executive Officer, Quantum Link Consulting and Advisory

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) FIZA (Bonn)

Emeritus Professor, School of Business, Western Sydney University

Raja Junankar is an acknowledged expert in macroeconomics, labour economics, development economics, and agricultural economics.

Scott Kable, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) GradDipBusAdmin PhD FAPS FRACI

President of Academic Board, University of New South Wales, UNSW Sydney

Scott Kable is an internationally recognised expert in photochemical reaction mechanisms, particularly with regard to the atmosphere, and a highly awarded science educator.

Mike Kagioglou, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (Hons) (MMU) MSc PhD (Salford) FCIB FRICS FCIM

Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Business Innovation), Western Sydney University

Mike Kagioglou is a built environment academic of significant international repute.

Kourosh Kalantar-Zadeh, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Sharif) MSc (Tehran) PhD (RMIT) FRSC FIET FAAAS FRACI

Professor, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Sydney

Kourosh Kalantar-Zadeh is an Australian scientist involved in research in the fields of materials sciences, electronics and transducers. He led his group to the invention of ingestible chemical sensors.

Naguib Kanawati, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Alexandria) MA (Alexandria) PhD (Macq)

Distinguished Professor of Egyptology, Department of Ancient History, Macquarie University

Naguib Kanawati is an internationally recognised expert in archaeology and art history, and in particular, Egyptology.

Gisela Kaplan, Fellow (2005) : Hunter

AM FRSN BA(Hons), MA, DipEd, PhD (Monash), PhD (UQ), Hon.DSc (UNE) LMIPS HonFAOS FIOU

Emeritus Professor in Animal Behaviour, School of Science and Technology, University of New England

Gisela Kaplan is internationally recognised for ground-breaking research into vocal learning, communication and cognition of birds and other vertebrates, and for her advocacy for science on wildlife, especially native birds.

Sami Kara, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc PhD (UNSW) FCIRP FACATECH

Professor in Manufacturing Engineering, School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Sami Kara is a world-renowned researcher and educator in the area of sustainability in manufacturing. He approaches engineering problems with a life-cycle view in order to address sustainability at the source.

Grace Karskens, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA PhD (Sydney) FAHA FASSA

Emeritus Professor of History, School of Humanities and Languages, UNSW Sydney

Grace Karskens is a leading authority on early colonial Australia, cross-cultural history and ethnographic history. Her research expertise also includes environmental and urban history, historical archaeology and public history.

Maria Kavallaris, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AM FRSN BAppSc (UTS) PhD (UNSW) FAHMS

Professor and Head, Translational Cancer Nanomedicine Theme, Chidren's Cancer Institute, UNSW Sydney

Maria Kavallaris is an outstanding scientific leader who is internationally recognised for her research in cancer biology and therapeutics and her innovation in driving interdisciplinary research in cancer nanomedicine.

Professor Omid Kavehei, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (Arak Azad) MEng (Shahid Beheshti) PhD (Adelaide) FIEAust SMIEEE

Professor of Intelligent Microsystems and Deputy Head of School, School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Sydney

Omid Kavehei has made a significant contribution to microsystems design, notably around their application to medical implants, computing and defence.

Margot Kearns, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd.) FRCNA

Emeritus Professor, University of Notre Dame Australia

Margot Kearns has made a significant contribution to higher education notably in the fields of nursing and molecular biology.

Peter Keegan, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (Macq.) GradDipHum (UNE) FRHS FASGLE FSCS FASCS FCANSW

Professor of Roman History, Department of History and Archaeology, Macquarie University

Peter Keegan is an internationally recognised scholar in the fields of ancient graffiti studies and gendered historiography in the context of the political, military, social and cultural histories of Rome.

Christopher Kelen, Fellow (2019) : Hunter

FRSN BA DipEd DipComm MA (TESOL) PhD EdD

Emeritus Professor, Department of English, University of Macau

Christopher (Kit) Kelen is a well-known Australian poet, scholar, and visual artist, and Emeritus Professor of English at the University of Macau, where he taught Creative Writing and Literature for many years.

Natkunam Ketheesan, Fellow (2024) : New England North West

FRSN MD (VNMU) MSc (Leeds) PhD (Leeds) FACTM FFSc RCPA

Professor in Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity), Faculty of Science and Technology, University of New England

Natkunam Ketheesan is an internationally distinguished researcher and educator in infectious diseases.

Levon Khachigian, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD DSc (UNSW) MIPL (UTS) FNASA

Professor, Department of Pathology, UNSW Sydney

Levon Khachigian has made a significant contribution to cellular and molecular biology most notably in the field of vascular biology.

Stuart Khan, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FRSC FIEAust

Head of School, School of Civil Engineering, University of Sydney

Stuart Khan is an internationally recognised expert on water quality and treatment research.

Simon Killcross, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons), MA, PhD (Cantab) FASSA FEPA

Professor and Head, School of Psychology, UNSW Sydney

Simon Killcross has an international reputation in the field of behavioural neuroscience, including studies of brain mechanisms underlying learning, and the cognition neural substrates underlying executive function, particularly with reference to animal models of schizophrenia.

Robert King, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) DipEd PhD (Melb.)

Emeritus Professor, Faculty of Science, UNSW Sydney

Robert King has made significant contributions to the fields of phycology, marine botany, ecology and higher education.

Richard Kingsford, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc DipEd (Sydney) PhD (UNSW)

Professor and Director, Centre for Ecosystem Science, UNSW Sydney

Richard Kingsford is a well-known academic and public communicator who has made a significant contribution to the ecology of rivers and wetlands in Australia.

The Hon. Michael Kirby, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AC CMG FRSN BA LLB BEc LLM(Hons) (Sydney) HonDLitt (various) HonLLD (various)

International Jurist, Professor and Visiting Fellow Past Justice of the High Court of Australia

Michael Kirby has made a great contribution to the welfare of Australians through his long careeer as a High Court Judge and international jurist. He is Patron of the Kirby Institute UNSW.

Rachael Kohn, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AO FRSN DipSocWork (Ryerson) BA (Hons) (Concordia) MA PhD (McMaster) HonDLitt (UNSW) HonDLitt (ACU)

Former presenter and producer of religion programs, Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Rachael Kohn has examined some of the most serious issues threatening the cohesiveness of Australian society and provided a scholarly basis for the recognition and avoidance of sectarian conflict.

Gregory Kolt, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Melb.) GradDipEd (Hawthorn) BAppSc GradDipBehavStudsHealth PhD (LaT) FACSM, FASMF, FASPASP

Adjunct Professor, School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University

Gregory Kolt is a recognised senior academic leader and manager with extensive experience in University settings, including achievements in significant change and growth processes.

Venni Krishna, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MA MPhil (Osmania) PhD (Wollongong)

Honorary Professor, School of Humanities and Languages, UNSW Sydney

For over 25 years V.V.Krishna has been a leading authority in science policy studies in Australia, Asia and France. He held important positions as an expert at OECD, UNESCO, UNU, Japan and the European Union, and has widely published in the field

Steven Langford, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (USyd) FRACI

Head, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Steven Langford has made a significant contribution to the field of chemistry through his work in organic chemistry.

Peter Lay, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Melb) PhD (ANU) FAA FRACI

Emeritus Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Peter Lay is internationally recognised as a leader in bioinorganic chemistry and biomedical applications of synchrotron science in the fields of diabetes, cancer, and diseases of the brain.

Johannes le Coutre, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN Dipl Biol (Regensburg), Dr rer nat (Ruhr University-Bochum)

Professor of Food and Health, School of Chemical Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Johannes le Coutre is a recognized innovator in the life sciences spanning both the corporate and the academic sectors, specialising in developing new foods and in nutrition science.

Jackie Leach Scully, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Oxon) MA (Sheffield) PhD (Cantab) FAHA FRSA, FAcSS (UK)

Professor of Bioethics and Director, Disability Innovation Institute, UNSW Sydney

Jackie Scully is internationally recognised as a leader in disability and feminist bioethics, whose work has made major contributions to theoretical bioethics, healthcare policy, and public engagement.

Jeanette Lechner-Scott, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN MBBS PhD (Heidelberg) FRACP

Conjoint Professor, University of Newecastle
Consultant, Department of Neurology, John Hunter Hospital

Jeanette Lechner-Scott has successfully combined community engagement, education, research, and clinical excellence focussed on integrating clinical care with basic research on the molecular interactions underlying multiple sclerosis.

Stephen Leeder, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) MB BS (Hons) PhD DMed DMedSc (Syd) FRACP FRACGP

Emeritus Professor of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Stephen Leeder is Australia's leading medical academic in public health and clinical epidemology.

Michelle Leishman, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons), PhD FTSE Ecological Society of Australia, Australian Network for Plant Conservation

Distinguished Professor, School of Natural Sciences, Macquarie University

Michelle Leishman is an internationally renowned plant ecologist who works at the intersection of invasion biology, plant conservation, urban greening and adaptation to climate change.

Charles Lemckert, Fellow (2022) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Syd.) MSc (Syd) PhD (UWA) FIEAust

Professor and Discipline Chair of Engineering and Information Technology, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Southern Cross University

Charles Lemckert is an innovator specialising in coastal/water engineering and science. He has developed, led and supported multidisciplinary national/international projects to investigate and solve numerous engineering and built environment-related problems.

Vanessa Lemm, Fellow (2016) : Interstate

FRSN MA (KCL) PhD (NSSR) DEA (U Paris 1) FRSA

Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean, University of Greenwich, London, UK, University of Greenwich

Vanessa Lemm is an internationally recognised scholar in the fields of Nietzsche studies and contemporary political philosophy. She has an international publication profile with publications in six languages.

David Levinson, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (GeorgiaTech) MS (Maryland) PhD (Berkeley)

Professor of Transport, School of Civil Engineering, University of Sydney

David Levinson is a leading expert on the intersection of transport networks, land use, policy, and technology.

Geraint Lewis, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (London) PhD (Cantab) FAIP FLSW

Professor of Astrophysics, School of Physics, University of Sydney

As an internationally renowned astrophysicist, Geraint Lewis is a leading Australian researcher with significant discoveries in observational, theoretical and computational astronomy, and a passion for science teaching and outreach.

Jiao Jiao Li, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (Hons) BMedSc PhD (Sydney) FRSB FIEAust

Senior Lecturer, School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Technology Sydney

Jiao Li has made a substantial contribution to the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine that focuses on new therapies for chronic diseases.

Sam Lieu, Fellow (2015) : Overseas

FRSN MA (Cantab) DPhil (Oxon), FAHA FBA FHKAH(Hon.) FRHistS FSA

Professor and Bye Fellow, Robinson College, University of Cambridge

Sam Lieu is an internationally-recognised expert in early Christianity and the relationships between the East and West in the ancient world.

Chung-Wei Christine Lin, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BPhty (Otago) GradDipHSc (AUT) PhD (Sydney)

Professor, Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney

Chung-Wei Christine Lin has made a significant contribution to advancing the management of pain and musculoskeletal conditions.

Len Lindoy, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc PhD MSc DSc (UNSW) FAA FRACI FRSC

Emeritus Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Leonard Lindoy is internationally recognised for his research on ion and molecule recognition within the field of supramolecular chemistry.

Chris Little, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc BVMS MSc PhD DACVS FIOR, FORS

Professor and Director, Raymond Purves Bone and Joint Research Labs, Kolling Institute, University of Sydney

Christopher Little is recognised as a world leader in defining the molecular mechanisms of cartilage breakdown in osteoarthritis and developing methods for evaluating pre-clinical models for musculoskeletal disease research.

Nick Lomb, Fellow (1980) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd) FASA

Honorary Professor, School of Mathematics, Physics and Computing, University of Southern Queensland, University of Southern Queensland

Over three decades Nick Lomb carried out public outreach in astronomy through exhibitions, publications (including the annual Australasian Sky Guide), social media, lectures and media appearances.

Simon Longstaff, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BEd (Tas) MPhil PhD (Cantab) FCPA FARPI

Adjunct Professor, UNSW
Executive Director, The Ethics Centre

Simon Longstaff has given distinguished service to the community through the promotion of ethical standards in governance and business, to improving corporate responsibility, and to philosophy.

Stephen Loosley, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) (UNSW) LLB (Hons) (UTS) FAICD

Non-Executive Director; Writer and Strategic Adviser

Stephen Loosely is a statesman who continues to contribute to the social cohesion of Australia and New South Wales though the rigour of academic peer review of strategic policy.

Kim Lovegrove, Fellow (2023) : Interstate

RML MSE (Ethiopia) FRSN DipTeach (Auckland) BA (LaTrobe) LLB (Auckland) FAIB FNZIB

Adjunct Professor, Int. Building Quality Centre, Univ. Canberra
Chairman, Lovegrove and Cotton Law

Kim Lovegrove has made a significant contribution to regulatory reform through his service to the law and the building sector.

John Loxton, Fellow (1974) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc (Melb) PhD (Cantab) FAICD, Honorary Member of the Australian Mathematical Society

Emeritus Professor, Macquarie University
Chair, Academic Board, King's Own Institute

John Loxton has made significant contributions to research in number theory and its applications, teaching in mathematics, and administration of higher education in universities and independent higher education institutions.

Clement Loy, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Syd) MBBS (Syd) MMed (Clin Epi) (Syd) PhD (UNSW) MBA (Macq) FRACP

Head of School and Dean, Macquarie Medical School, Macquarie University

Clement Loy has made a substantial contribution to clinical research and policy development.

Deborah Lupton, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BA LittB (ANU) MPH PhD (Sydney) HonDUniv (Copenhagen and Skovde) FASSA FAHMS

Professor, Centre for Social Research in Health and the Social Policy Centre, UNSW Sydney

Deborah Lupton is one of the most highly published and cited sociologists globally and one of the few Australian social researchers to have received an honorary doctorate from a prestigious European university.

Raina MacIntyre, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN MB BS (Hons) (Syd) MAppEpid (ANU) PhD (ANU) FAHMS FRACP FAFPHM

Professor of Infectious Diseases Epidemiology and Head, School of Public Health and Community Medicine, UNSW Sydney

Raina McIntyre is a public health physician, educator, researcher, and academic leader with an outstanding track record in leadership, education, innovation, change management, and research. She has successfully achieved major transformations of a large teaching unit at UNSW while being an internationally-recognised research leader in infectious diseases epidemiology.

Hugh Mackay, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA (Syd) MA (Macq) HonDLitt (CSU, Macq, UNSW, WSU, Wollongong) FAPS

Social psychologist, Hugh Mackay Pty Ltd

Hugh Mackay, one of the founders of The St James Ethics Centre, is a social psychologist and social researcher. He is known for the Mackay Report, and is the author of 12 popular works of non-fiction.

Roy MacLeod, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

OAM FRSN AB (Harvard), PhD LittD (Cambridge) Hon.D, Scienze, Lettere e Filosofia (Bologna), Hon D.Univ (Sussex) FAHA FASSA FIAHS FICS FSA FRHistS

Professor Emeritus of History, School of Humanities, University of Sydney

Roy MacLeod is a historian of science and technology, and British, European, and Australian history. His work in 'science studies' has contributed to policy for research, higher education and innovation.

Christopher Maher, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

AM FRSN BAppSc (Cumberland) GradDipAppSc (ExSpSc) GradDipAppSc (ManipPhty) PhD DMedSc(Sydney) FAHMS FACP

Professor, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Professor Maher is recognised internationally for his research discoveries, research leadership and mentoring of researchers in the back pain field.

Aduli Enoch Malau-Aduli, Fellow (2023) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Ibadan) MSc (ABU) PhD (Adelaide) LMNSAP

Professor of Animal and Veterinary Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, University of Newcastle

Aduli Malau-Aduli has made a significant contribution to the field of Veterinary Science through his leadership in the study of animal genetics and nutrition.

Si Ming Man, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BMedSc (Hons) MSc (UNSW) PhD (Cantab) FASM

Professor and Group Leader, Division of Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Australian National University

Si Ming Man is internationally recognised for his work in on the immune system, infectious diseases and the development of cancer and other chronic diseases.

Bill Mansell, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN HonDEng (Sydney) LFAIB FAIM CIEAust MAAS

Managing Director, Chadwick Technology Pty Limited

Bill Mansell has contributed to the science of building and, in particular, construction acoustic and radio interference screening. Has also contributed to construction education (TAFE) and university course accreditation.

Francesco Marino, Fellow (2021) : Western NSW

FRSN DSc PhD MEd(Merit) BPE DipTeach SpCertClinRes(Neuro) FESSA

Professor in Medicine, School of Rural Medicine, Charles Sturt University

Francesco Marino is a leading academic researcher in Exercise Science, Sport & Health, who studies human evolutionary biology and its relationship to human performance, health and fatigue.

Robert Marks, Fellow (2013) : Sydney

FRSN BE MEngSc (Melb) ResCert (Cantab) MS PhD (Stanford) FRSA

Emeritus Professor, School of Economics, UNSW, UNSW Sydney

Robert Marks is an internationally recognised economist whose research has spanned the environmental implications of energy use, the strategic behaviour in markets with a low number of sellers, and the applications of game theory and economics in modelling the adaptive and learning behaviour in oligopolies.

Jennifer Martin, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN MB ChB (Otago) BA MA (Oxon) PhD (Monash) FAHMS FRACP FBSP GAICD

Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Physician, NSW Health, School of Medicine, University of Newcastle

Jennifer Martin is a clinical pharmacologist and toxicologist who enables drug development for optimal availability to patients, based on scientifically detailed pathophysiological conditions and appropriate drug response work.

Thomas Maschmeyer, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AO FRSN PhD HonDSc FAA FTSE FMAE FRACI

Professor of Chemistry, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Thomas Maschmeyer is a distinguished chemist recognised for his work in catalysis that has commercialised fundamental research in fields that address environmental problems: plastic-waste recycling and safe, scalable storage for renewable energy. His research has realised new and efficient ways to convert renewable and plastic-waste inputs into their constituent chemical materials for reuse, and has reimagined zinc-bromide chemistry to develop a completely new solar-energy battery technology.

John Mattick, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (Monash) DSc (Queensland) FAA FTSE FAHMS HonFRCPA

Professor of RNA Biology, School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Science, UNSW Sydney

As a biomedical pioneer John Mattick has made seminal contributions to molecular biology, especially on architecture and function of fatty acid synthase complex and creating the first recombinant DNA-based vaccines. He has founded and/or led several centres of research, including the Garvan Institute for Medical Research.

Jane McAdam, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA (Hons) LLB (Hons) (Syd.) DPhil (Oxon) FASSA FAAL

Scientia Professor, Faculty of Law
Justice, UNSW Sydney

Jane McAdams has made a substantial contribution to the field of refugee law, where her work has had a significant impact on public policy.

Dane McCamey, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FAIP

Pro Vice-Chancellor Research, Division of Research and Enterprise, UNSW Sydney

Dane McCamey is an expert in the application of spin resonance to optoelectronic materials and devices, and also makes significant leadership contributions to the scientific community.

Michael McDaniel, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO ADM ASM FRSN BA(UWS) PhD(UTS) HonDEd(WINU) HonDUniv(UTS)

Emeritus Professor and Special Advisor to the Vice- Chancellor, UTS, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, University of Technology Sydney

Michael McDaniel has had distinguished career of service and leadership in Indigenous higher education spanning almost three decades, together with senior state and Commonwealth government appointments and a record of service within the arts.

John McDonald, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Sydney) FCCA AICA

Senior Art Critic, Sydney Morning Herald

A curator of exhibitions, writer and lecturer, John McDonald is best known as Australia's foremost art critic, writing in the Sydney Morning Herald and other major newspapers for thirty-five years.

Trevor McDougall, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AC FRSN BEng (Hons) (Adelaide) GradDipEcon (ANU) PhD (Cantab) FAA FRS FInstP FAGU FAMOS FIUGG

Emeritus Scientia Professor of Ocean Physics, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney

Professor McDougall researches the ocean's role in climate, and in particular, ocean mixing processes and the thermodynamics of seawater and ice.

Paul McGillick, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BA (UWA) GradDipTESL MA (Sydney) PhD (Griffith) MArch (UNSW)

Author

Paul McGillick is a highly respected arts professional and arts critic, specialising in art and architecture and has had a significant impact over many years on the Australian arts community.

Paul McGreevy, Fellow (2022) : Hunter

FRSN BVSc (Bristol) PhD (Bristol) FRCVS MANZCVS

Professor, Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of New England

Paul McGreevy is a global leader in animal welfare science who advocates for animals. As a veterinarian, his work guides the care Australians give to all animals.

Kim McKay, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA (UTS) Hon DSc (UoW) Hon DSc (UTS) FPRIA

Director and Chief Executive Officer, Office of the Director and CEO, Australian Museum

As Director and CEO of the Australian Museum since 2014, Kim McKay has had a major impact on Australia's cultural life, most visibly through the major redevelopment revealed in 2020. As an environmentalist, she was co-founder (with Ian Kiernan) of Clean Up Australia and Clean Up the World.

Warren McKenzie, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BE MCom PhD (UNSW) CMatP

Founder and Managing Director, HB11 Energy

Warren McKenzie has made a significant contribution to the dissemination of scientific knowledge from Australia's scientific community (in particular, the nanotechnology community) via its promotion and commercialisation.

Maj. Gen. (Retd) Gus McLachlan, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AO LoM (USA) FRSN BA (UNSW) MA (UC)

Director, Williams Foundation; Consultant; Senior Adviser University of Sydney; Strategic Adviser, Bondi Partners

A laudation is not available for Gus McLachlan

Sharynne McLeod, Fellow (2021) : Western NSW

FRSN BAppSc (SpPath) MAppSc PhD GradCertUniTeachLearn FASSA LMSPA HonsASHA

Distinguished Professor, School of Education/Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research), Charles Sturt University

Sharynne McLeod is a world leader in childrenÕs speech and language research contributing to the development of global initiatives across continents, languages, and disciplines that have had international impact.

Belinda Medlyn, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BMathSc (Hons) (Adelaide) PhD (UNSW) FAA

Distinguished Professor of Ecosystem Modelling, Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment, Western Sydney University

Belinda Medlyn is an ecosystem modeller who has made significant contributions to understanding and predicting the responses of vegetation, particularly Australian forests and woodlands, to climate change.

Samantha Meers, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA LLB MLitt (Syd.) FAICD

Executive Director, Nelson Meers Foundation, Nelson Meers Group

Sam Meers has demonstrated sustained leadership in the not-for-profit sector, driving higher standards in philanthropy.

Katrin Meissner, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN Dipl Ing (Lille) DEA (U Paris VI) PhD (Bremen)

Professor and Director, Climate Change Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Katrin Meissner, a senior physicist and climate scientist, is one of the main developers of a climate model that has been extensively used as an assessment tool by the IPCC.

Joanna Mendelssohn, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) DipEd PhD

Senior Fellow (Honorary), Centre of Visual Art, School of Culture and Communication, University of Melbourne

Joanna Mendelssohn is a leading art historian and critic who has contributed to our understanding of modern Australian Art, and in particular the life and works of the Lindsay family.

Jason Middleton, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons), Monash; PhD, Monash FRAeS

Emeritus Professor, School of Aviation, UNSW Sydney

Jason Middleton has undertaken and led innovative research in oceanography, meteorology, aviation safety and remote sensing for over 45 years.

David Miller, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Manchester) MA PhD (Penn) PhD FAHA FRHistS CorrMemb AcadIntHistSc

Emeritus Professor of History of Science and Technology, School of Humanities and Languages, UNSW Sydney

David Miller is a social historian of science who has made significant contribution to the understanding of the history and philosophy of science since the industrial revolution.

Steven Miller, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) BTheol (Melb.) GradDipIM (Archive/IM) (UNSW) MTheol (Syd.)

Manager, National Art Archive and Capon Research Library, Curatorial Department, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Steven Miller is a professional archivist and writer who has made a major contribution to the archiving of Australian visual art.

Anthony Mills, Fellow (2023) : Interstate

FRSN BAppSc (Curtin), MBldg (Melb), PhD (Melb.) FAIB FAIQS

Professor of Construction Management, School of Architecture and Built Environment, Deakin University

Anthony Mills is an eminent, built environment academic who has engaged with industry at the highest levels both in Australia and overseas.

Bruce Milthorpe, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Macq) GradDipHEd (UNSW) PhD (ANU) FBSE

Emeritus Professor, School of Life Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Bruce Milthorpe is recognised for his significant research contributions in biochemistry and biomaterials development, and as a senior leader in higher education.

Robert Minasian, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BE MSc PhD (Melb) FEurASc FNASA LifeFIEEE FOSA

Professor Emeritus, School of Electrical and Information Engineering, University of Sydney

Robert Minasian is world-renowned for his ground-breaking contributions to photonics research, particularly in the field of microwave photonics, with key impact in driving the field of high-speed photonic signal processing.

Angela Moles, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) (VUW) GradDipHE (Macq) PhD (Macq)

Professor, Evolution and Ecology Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Angela Moles is known internationally for advancing understanding of how biotic and abiotic factors combine to shape global patterns in plant ecological strategy.

Andrea Morello, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN PhD (Leiden) FAIP FAPS

Scientia Professor of Quantum Engineering, School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, UNSW Sydney

Andrea Morello is a pioneer in the design and operation of quantum computer devices in silicon, demonstrating the operation of the world-first single-atom quantum bit in silicon, and paving the way to the construction of powerful quantum computers using the same technology as commercial computer chips.

Mark Morrison, Fellow (2021) : Western NSW

FRSN BEc (Hons) PhD

Professor, Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences, Charles Sturt University

Mark Morrison has had a longstanding role in research leadership; development of the CenWest Innovate business accelerator; and contributions to academic literature and government decision making in environmental and agricultural economics and marketing.

Susan Morton, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

MNZM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Victoria) BHB MBChB (Auckland) DPH PhD (LSHTM) FRACP FNZCPHM

Research Director, INSIGHT, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney

Susan Morton has made a significant contribution to life course epidemiology.

Alice Motion, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN MChem (Leeds) PhD (Cantab)

Professor and Deputy Head of School, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Alice Motion is an innovative communicator of science whose creative and community-based approaches have brought chemistry and science more broadly to new and diverse audiences through music, performance and participation.

Donald Napper, Fellow (1973) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Syd.) PhD (Cantab) FAA DistFRACI

Emeritus Professor in Chemistry, University of Sydney

Donald Napper has had a distinguished career as a physical chemist and a university leader.

David Nash, Fellow (2020) : Western NSW

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (ANU) PhD (MIT)

Honorary Senior Lecturer, School of Literature, Languages, and Lingusitics, Australian National University

David Nash is one of the key figures in the study and recording of Australian indigenous languages and has been involved in several successful land claims and native title claims.

The Hon Dr Brendan Nelson, Fellow (2017) : Overseas

AO Cwn Cdr (Belg) FRSN BM BS HonPhD(ANU UniSA Flinders) FRACP (Hon) FAMA FACN(Hon)

President, Boeing Global and Senior Vice-President, Boeing

An eminent Australian who has made a significant contribution through medicine, diplomacy, politics, social and education policy, and to culture through a thorough and academically rigorous understanding of geopolitics and military history.

Elizabeth New, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

OAM FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc (Sydney) PhD (Dunelm) FRACI FRSC SFHEA

Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Elizabeth New is an inorganic chemist who develops sensors to enable revolutionary understanding of the chemical processes taking place within biological cells. She is also acclaimed for her university teaching.

Jill Newby, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) MClinPsych PhD (UNSW)

Professor, NHMRC Investigator and Clinical Psychologist, Black Dog Institute, UNSW Sydney

Jill Newby researches internet interventions to improve mental health. She has created 10 digital mental-health interventions for depression, anxiety and pain, that have been delivered to more than 20,000 people across 10 countries.

Ainsley Newson, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) LLB (Hons) PhD (Melb)

Professor of Bioethics, Sydney Health Ethics, Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney

Ainsley Newson is internationally recognised in the field of bioethics through her work on genomics and reproduction.

Tuan V Nguyen, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AM FRSN PhD DSc (UNSW) FAHMS FASBMR

Distinguished Professor, Predictive Medicine, School of Biomedical Engineering
Director, Centre for Health Technologies, University of Technology Sydney

Tuan V Nguyen is a recognised leader in the field of osteoporosis research nationally and internationally. His work in fracture risk assessment has help million of people worldwide.

Anne Maria Nicholson, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN DipJournalism (Massey) GAICD

Author, journalist, arts expert, community leader, President Manly Art Gallery
Museum Society

Anne Maria Nicholson is a celebrated novelist and media professional. She has brought the arts to a national audience, enriching both practitioners and the public and making a positive contribution to Australian culture.

Angela Nickerson, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Qld) MClinPsych PhD (UNSW)

Professor, School of Psychology, UNSW Sydney

Angela Nickerson is one of the leading researchers in refugee mental health internationally. Her work has focused on investigating the psychological mechanisms that underpin psychological disorders following persecution and displacement.

Brett Ninness, Fellow (2017) : Hunter

FRSN BE (Hons) ME PhD (Newcastle) FIEEE FIEAust

Professor, School of Engineering, University of Newcastle

Brett Ninness has devoted his career to fundamental engineering research and the advancement of engineering education, partnering with the essential basic sciences and industry collaboration.

Paddy Nixon, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Liverpool) MA (Trinity) PhD (Sheffield) FBCS FRSA

Former Vice-Chancellor and President, University of Canberra

A distinguished researcher and academic leader of international repute, Paddy Nixon's significant academic, strategic, and commercial expertise, combined with his passion for the civic role of universities makes him a compelling and respected university leader.

Phil Norrie, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN MBBS (UNSW) MA (Syd) MSc (Syd) MSocSc(Homs) (CSU) MPhil (WSU) PhD (WSU) MD (UNSW) FRSM FRHistS CRS

Medical Practitioner, Medical and Wine Historian,Vigneron, Dr P. A. Norrie

Philip Norrie is a medical practitioner and educator, wine and medical historian, and the inventor of Resveratrol Enhanced Wine.

Mary O'Kane, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc PhD FTSE HonFIEAust

Company Director; former NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer
Former Chair, NSW Independent Planning Commission

Mary O'Kane is widely recognised for her achievements in computer science research, and her many contributions through roles at the highest level in higher education, in government, particularly in the energy, ICT, and research sectors, and in business.

Sue O'Reilly, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd) PhD (Syd) HonDUniv (St Etienne) FAA FGSA FMSA

Distinguished Professor and Director, Natural Sciences, Macquarie University

Suzanne O'Reilly is an internationally-recognised expert in mapping deep Earth, with results increasing fundamental understanding of Earth's evolution and delivering widely adopted new tools to the mineral exploration industry.

Samantha Oakes, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW)

Chief Executive Officer, ANZUP Cancer Trials Ltd, ANZUP Cancer Trials Ltd

Samantha Oakes' contributions to the improvement of breast cancer survival has been significant through the discovery of new therapeutic combinations, to leading the follow-up unit for AustraliaÕs largest advanced cancer genomic clinical trial.

Bernard Ollis, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

OAM FRSN BA (Hons) Dip AD (Cardiff College, Wales) MA (RCA London) FNAS

Artist and Arts Educator

Bernard Ollis is a leader in Art Education and holds an international reputation as a visual artist.

Ian Oppermann, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc BE (Elec.) PhD (Syd.) MBA (London) FTSE FIEEE FACS FIEAust

Co-founder, ServiceGen and Industry Professor, University of Technology Sydney, NSW Government

Ian Oppermann is a global thought leader in the Digital Economy. His entrepreneurship and strong track record in strategic business transformation have delivered benefit to hundreds of millions of people.

Frederick Osman, Fellow (2009) : Sydney

FRSN JP BSc (Hons) PhD (UWS) GradDipEd FAIP FACE FTGN

Associate Director (Academic), Study Abroad Sydney Academic Centre, Boston University

Fred Osman is reconised as an experienced teacher and researcher at tertiary and secondary levels, and as an experienced manager of education programs across the school, community and industry sectors.

Sev Ozdowski, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM FRSN LM MA (Hons) PhD HonDSocSc (RMIT) FAICD

Adjunct Professor, Western Sydney University, Western Sydney University

Sev Ozdowski is a social researcher known for his defence of human rights of refugees, and of people with disabilities and mental illness as well as for his contribution to multicultural policies in Australia.

Bernard Pailthorpe, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (UNSW) PhD (Indiana)

Honorary Professor of Physics, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Bernard Pailthorpe is a physics researcher and teacher who has contributed to research infrastructure deployment in Australia and the USA. He is an SES and RFS volunteer in NSW.

Andrew Parfitt, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BE PhD (Adelaide) FTSE

Vice-Chancellor and President, University of Technology Sydney

Andrew Parfitt's leadership has transformed academic and institutional priorities and outcomes, elevated organisational reputations and international rankings, grown revenue and shaped the experience of students from diverse backgrounds.

Cecile Paris, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Berkeley) MS PhD (Columbia) FTSE

Chief Research Scientist and Director of the Collaborative Intelligence Future Science Platform, Data 61, CSIRO

Cecile Paris's seminal work in personalisation in information systems has enabled social sciences to exploit new data sources through computer science technologies for societal benefit.

Robert Park, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD (Syd.) FTSE FAPPS

Professor (Judith and David Coffey Chair in Sustainable Agriculture), School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Robert Park has more than thirty years of experience in the genetic control of cereal rust diseases. This work, saving $1 billion each year, has been central to national efforts in cereal rust control.

Adi Paterson, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc PhD (Cape Town) Hon DSc (Wollongong) FTSE HonFIEAust FSAAE MASSAf

Founder and Principal, Siyeva Consulting, Siyeva Consulting

Adi Paterson has been involved in creating, establishing and developing science and technology institutions. His focus is on the interface between public spending and practical innovations that create wealth and quality of life, putting science and technology to work.

Mark Paterson, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AO FRSN BBus (SAIT) FAICD FIML

Australian Skills Quality Authority

Mark Paterson is a distinguished senior public servant who has served the Federal Government as Department Secretary, contributing to policy development and economic research in many areas of business and industry.

John Patrick, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN BScAg (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (Macquarie) FAA

Emeritus Professor, School of Biological Sciences, University of Newcastle

John Patrick is internationally renowned for his contributions to advancing the conceptual understanding of the mechanisms and regulation of nutrient transport and partitioning within crop plants.

Steven Patterson, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN DipChem ATSC GAICD

Chief Executive Officer and Head Chemist, Derivan Pty. Ltd.

Steven Patterson has made a substantial contribution to the arts through his work on the development of ethical and sustainable artistsÕ materials.

Pip Pattison, Fellow (2017) : Interstate

AO FRSN PhD (Melb) FASSA

Emeritus Professor, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education), University of Sydney

Pip Pattison is an expert in modelling social networks and network-mediated social processes. The value of these modelling approaches has been demonstrated across a broad range of social sciences, including public health and organisation studies.

Ian Paulsen, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Monash) FAA

Distinguished Professor, School of Natural Sciences, Macquarie University

Ian Paulsen is a leader in the field of microbial physiology and evolution through the application of big picture or global approaches such as genome sequencing, metagenomics, bioinformatics, microarrays, and functional genomics.

Rich Payne, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Cantab) FRSC FRACI

Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Richard Payne is a chemical biologist who has pioneered synthetic technologies to solve problems in biology and medicine.

Sarah Pearson, Fellow (2025) : New England North West

FRSN DPhil (Oxon) FTSE FAICD

Chancellor, University Of New England

Sarah Pearson has made a significant contribution to business innovation through her research and commercial expertise.

Srinath Perera, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc PhD FAIB MRICS AAIQS MAIPM

Professor of Built Environment and Construction Management, School of Engineering Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University

Srinath Perera is an internationally recognised researcher and academic leader in construction economics and quantity surveying.

Josh Pienaar, Fellow (2017) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (CM) MBA GCTAE PhD GAICD PFHEA FAIB PFHEA

Deputy Dean, UTS Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building, University of Technology Sydney

Josua Pienaar is a recognised tertiary education leader in the field of construction management.

Olivier Piguet, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN Lic Psychol (Geneva) MA (Clin Neuropsych) (Melb) PhD (Syd) FASSA FCCN

Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology, School of Psychology, University of Sydney

Olivier Piguet has made a substantial contribution to clinical neuropsychology, notably in the area of dementia.

Hans Pols, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Groningen) MA (Toronto) PhD (UPenn) FAHA FASSA

Professor, School of History and Philosophy of Science, University of Sydney

Hans Pols is a distinguished historian of medicine, with a speciality in the history of psychiatry and mental illness. He has an international reputation, combined with a special interest in Asia.

Susan Pond, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM FRSN MB BS (Hons) (Sydney) MD (UNSW) DSc (Qld) FTSE FAHMS FRACP FAICD

Immediate Past President, Royal Society of NSW

Susan Pond is a distinguished physician, scientist and director with deep expertise in biotechnology. She has the rare ability to create impact by combining disciplines and working at the intersections between them.

Laura Poole-Warren, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FAIMBE FBSE

Professor, Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Laura Poole-Warren has made outstanding research contributions in biomedical engineering. Through senior academic roles, she has significantly impacted institutional research and is an exceptional mentor and role model for young researchers.

Alistair Poore, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) Monash 1992 PhD UNSW 1999

Head of School, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Alistair Poore is an academic teacher and researcher in evolutionary ecology focusing on the ecology and evolution of interactions among marine organisms, in particular benthic invertebrates and algae.

Jennifer Potts, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN PhD FRSB

Head of School and Professor of Structural Biology, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Sydney

Jennifer Potts is an internationally recognized structural biologist. Her work has generated a new understanding of the structure and function of proteins found on the surface of bacteria, including human pathogens.

Deo Prasad, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AO FRSN BArch (Auck) MArch MSc PhD (UNSW) FTSE FRAIA

CEO, NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub
Scientia Professor, Department of the Built Environment, UNSW Sydney

Deo Prasad is a globally recognized leader and researcher in sustainability of buildings and the built environment.

Paul Prenzler, Fellow (2021) : Western NSW

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Qld) FRACI

Associate Professor in Chemistry, School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University

Paul Prenzler is a food, wine and agricultural chemist with a demonstrated commitment to science education and leadership in the National Indigenous Science Education Program at Charles Sturt University.

The Hon. Justice Brian Preston, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN SC BA LLB (Hons) HonDLitt (Macq) HonLLD (WSU) FAAL

Chief Judge, Land and Environment Court of NSW

Brian Preston has made a substantive contribution to environmental and planning law both in Australia and abroad by his distinguished service to the legal profession, education and academic discourse and the judiciary.

Huw Price, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Syd) MSc (Oxon) PhD (Cantab) FBA FAHA

Emeritus Professor in Philosophy, University of Cambridge

Huw Price is an internationally recognised philosopher, known for his work in the philosophy of physics. He has been a significant leader in Australian philosophy, serving as the President of the Australasian Association of Philosophy.

Mikhail Prokopenko, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN MSc (USSR) MA (Missouri) PhD (Macq)

Professor and Director, Centre for Complex Systems, Faculty of Engineering, University of Sydney

Mikhail Prokopenko has a strong international reputation in complex self-organising systems and information dynamics, and is one of the pioneers of the new research field of Guided Self-Organisation.

Gangadhara Prusty, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN MEng (NIT, Rourkela) PhD (IIT, Kharagpur) GradCertLT (UNSW) GAICD FRINA FIEAust

Scientia Professor, School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Gangadhar Prusty is an international leader in research and development of advanced composite materials.

Christopher Puplick, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) MA JP

Retired

Christopher Puplick has made significant contributions to Australian society as a politician and public intellectual, notably in the fields of public health and human rights.

Jane Quinn, Fellow (2022) : Western NSW

FRSN BSc(Hons) (Westminster) PhD (Edin) GCULT (CSU) GAICD

Professor of Veterinary Physiology, School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University

Jane Quinn has made a substantial contribution to animal welfare, health and production in Australia. Her research has contributed to an understanding of the impacts of toxic plants and pastures on livestock and impacts of disease.

Peter Radoll, Fellow (2020) : Interstate

ASM FRSN BIT MIT (UC) PhD (ANU)

Director, Victoria Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Peter Radoll is a surprised Pro Vice-Chancellor, a position that grew from his career as a mechanic. He has a relentless passion to champion Indigenous social justice, indigenous academic engagement and appreciation of Indigenous cultural values.

Leo Radom, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc PhD DSc (Syd) FAA FRSC FRACI

Emeritus Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Professor Leo Radom is an international leader in the field of computational quantum chemistry and has made seminal contributions to this field.

Jude Rae, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Syd.) MA (Canterbury)

Artist (painter)

Jude Rae's career includes over 40 solo exhibitions including "A Space of Measured Light", a retrospective curated by Terence Maloon for the ANU Drill Hall. She was awarded the AGNSW Bulgari Prize in 2016 and won the Portia Geach 2005 and 2008.

Prem Ramburuth, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BA GradDipEd (Univ SA) LRAM (London) MEd (Syd.) DEd (UNSW)

Emeritus Professor, UNSW Business School, UNSW Sydney

Prem Ramburuth is a leading scholar in the internationalisation of higher education and cross-cultural management. She is a multi-award recipient in teaching excellence and is recognised for her work in academic governance.

Judy Raper, Fellow (2014) : Overseas

AM FRSN BE PhD (UNSW) FTSE FEA

Retired, TEDI-London

Judy Raper is a distinguished chemical engineer and senior university administrator, recognised for her expertise in air and water pollution control, and for her extensive career in research management as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation, UoW) and Division Director at the US National Science Foundation.

Roger Read, Fellow (2016) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (USyd) PhD (USyd) DIC (London) JP(SA) FRACI

Honorary Associate Professor, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney

Roger Read is an organic chemistry academic who is Internationally recognised for synthesis and utilisation of natural products, advances in heterocyclic chemistry, fundamental studies of highly fluorinated organic compounds, and his longstanding contributions in support of the profession of chemistry.

Roger Reddel, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Med) (Hons) MBBS (Hons) PhD FAA FAHMS FRACP

Sir Lorimer Dods Professor and Director, Children's Medical Research Institute, University of Sydney

in the field of oncology, Roger Reddel has made a significant contribution through his discoveries in molecular biology.

Tristan Reekie, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (ANU)

Senior Lecturer, School of Science, UNSW Canberra

Tristan Reekie has an exceptional educational and research track-record in chemistry. He excels in community outreach, STEM events and the Australian Chemistry Olympiad, the national program for elite science students.

Anna Reid, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BMus (Perf) (Syd.) MEdAdmin (UNE) PhD (UTS)

Head of School and Dean, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney

Anna Reid is established as a researcher in Music Higher Education, Sustainability,and Mathematics and Statistics Education. She is an innovative leader as Head of School and Dean of the Sydney Conservatorium focusing on equity and diversity in education.

Janice Reid, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc (Adelaide) MA (Hawaii) MA PhD (Stanford) FASSA

Emeritus Professor, retired, Western Sydney University

Janice Reid is a recognised leader in the field of medical anthropology research and a distinguished former leader in the Australian higher education sector.

Nicholas Reid, Fellow (2023) : New England North West

FRSN BSc(Hons) PhD (Adel)

Emeritus Professor, School of Environmental and Rural Science, University of New England

Nick Reid has made a significant contribution to the field of ecosystem management, applied ecology, and natural resource management.

Jeff Reimers, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (ANU) FAA FRACI

Professor of Chemistry, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Jeffrey Reimers is a pioneer in applying quantum descriptions of coupled nuclear and electronic motion to photosynthesis molecular electronics. He is a recipient of the Shanghai Magnolia Silver Award.

Lou Rendina, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (ANU) FRSC FRACI C.Chem.

Professor of Chemistry, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Lou Rendina is internationally recognised for his many outstanding contributions to inorganic and organometallic synthesis, and the application of boron and the lanthanoid elements in drug discovery and chemical theranostics.

James Renwick, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AM CSC FRSN SC LLB (Syd) SJD (Syd) FAAL

Judge, Federal Circuit and Family Court oif Australia

James Renwick is recognised as Australia's 3rd Independent National Security Legislation Monitor and for related writing and teaching holding counter-terrorism and national security laws to account.

Evelleen Richards, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Qld) MA Qual. (UNSW) PhD (UNSW) FAHA

Honorary Professor, School of History and Philosophy of Science, University of Sydney

Evelleen Richards is a leading Australian scholar of international standing in the history of evolutionary biology and the sociology of medical knowledge.

Des Richardson, Fellow (2022) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc PhD DSc FFSc FRCPath FRACI CChem FRSB FQA

Professor, Alan Mackay-Sim Distinguished Chair of Cancer Cell Biology, Director and NHMRC Senior Principal Research Fellow, Centre for Cancer Cell Biology and Drug Discovery, Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery, Griffith University

Des Richardson is a world-leading career scientist whose research led to breakthrough knowledge for cancer treatment, the training of an ÒarmyÓ of young scientists, and the development of state-of-the-art research facilities.

Simon Ringer, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BAppSc (UniSA) PHD (UNSW) FTSE FIEAust

Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure) and Professor of Materials Engineering, School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, University of Sydney

Simon Ringer is an outstanding materials engineer specialising in microstructure-process-property relationships in advanced materials, and a key leader in shaping Australia's research infrastructure landscape.

Helen Rizos, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hon) (UNSW) PhD (Macq.)

Professor in Cancer Research, Macquarie Medical School, Macquarie University

Helen Rizos has made significant contribution to the biomedical sciences, notably in the field of cancer research.

Abul Rizvi, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

PSM FRSN BEc GradDipPublicPolicy (ANU) PhD (Melb.)

Independent Australia

Abul Rizvi has made a significant contribution to AustraliaÕs population and immigration policy and practice.

Alan Roberts, Fellow (2017) : Hunter

AM FRSN ASTC(Hons) BE(Hons) (UNSW) PhD (UNSW) HonDUniv (Newcastle) HonDSc (Wollongong) FTSE HonFIEAust

Emeritus Professor and Founding Director, Centre for Bulk Solids and Particular Technologies, The University of Newcastle, University of Newcastle

Alan Roberts is internationally recognised for his leadership and professional contributions in mechanical engineering through education, research, technological developments, and industrial consulting in the fields of bulk materials handling and processing.

John Roberts, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) MComm (Melb.) MSc PhD (MIT) FASSA

Scientia Professor of Marketing, UNSW Business School, UNSW Sydney

John Roberts is recognised as a leader in marketing research, and was the winner of the ANZ Marketing Academy's Inaugural Distinguished Research Award.

Timothy Roberts, Fellow (2024) : Hunter

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) (Adel) PhD (Flinders)

Emeritus Professor, University of Newcastle
Director, InnovAAte Pty Ltd

Tim Roberts has made a substantial contribution as a researcher and educator in the areas of chronic pain, fatigue and autism

James Robertson, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

AM PSM FRSN PhD BSc ( Hons )

Emeritus Professor, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Canberra

Professor Robertson is recognised for his significant leadership role in the forensic sciences , nationally and internationally, as an executive manager , writer and researcher .He has chaired all of the major forensic advisory bodies and was most recently the President of the Australian Academy of Forensic Sciences.

Andrew Robson, Fellow (2017) : New England North West

FRSN AssocDipEnvSc (CIT) BSc (CSU) PhD (UQld)

Professor (Agricultural Remote Sensing), School of Science and Technology, Director of the Applied Agricultural Remote Sensing Centre, University of New England

Andrew Robson has over 20 years' experience in agricultural remote sensing research, has twice recieved the Australian sugar industries 'Presidents medal,' and in 2016 the Royal Society of NSW 'Poggendorff Lecture.

Lesley Rogers, Fellow (2021) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Adelaide) DPhil (Sussex) DSc(Sussex) FAA

Emeritus Professor, School of Science and Technology, University of New England

Lesley Rogers has made a major contribution to the study of animal brain development. She is a discoverer of brain lateralization in animals and has continued and evolved this research over many years.

Sven Rogge, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN PhD (Stanford) FAPS FAIP

Scientia Professor of Physics and Dean, Faculty of Science, UNSW Sydney

Sven Rogge is an internationally recognised experimental condensed matter physicist who has made significant research contributions in the underpinning technology of silicon-based quantum computation.

Frances Rosamond, Fellow (2024) : Hunter

FRSN BS (Hons) (Aquinas) MA (Hons) (Louisiana State) PhD (Cornell)

Distinguished International Research Professor, Lebanese American University; Adjunct Professor in Computer Science, Western Sydney University
Emeritus Professor, Institute of Informatics, University of Bergen

Frances Rosamond has an international reputation in the field of algorithms and complexity theory

Pauline Ross, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MSc (Prelim.) DipEd PhD (Syd), PhD (Melbourne) GAICD PFHEA

Professor of Marine Ecology and Higher Education, Director of Academic Leadership and Innovation, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney

Pauline Ross has contributed internationally to the discipline of marine biology and education research, particularly with students from a wide variety of socio-economic backgrounds including young indigenous researchers.

Shawn Ross, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Whitman College, Washington) MA PhD (University of Washington, Seattle) FSA

Professor, HIstory and Archaeology, Macquarie University

Shawn Ross is recognised internationally for research and development in digital approaches to field research, as well as contributions to understanding the long-term history and archaeology of Greece and Bulgaria.

Susan Rothwell, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

AM FRSN B Arch (Syd.) AdvCertUrbanHorticulture (Ryde) HonDArch (Syd.) LFRAIA

Principal Architect, Susan Rothwell Architects Pty Ltd

Susan Rothwell has made a significant contribution to architecture and the arts.

Claude Roux, Fellow (2007) : Sydney

FRSN B ForSc&Crim GradCertAnalChem PhD (Lausanne)

Distinguished Professor of Forensic Science and Director, Centre for Forensic Science, University of Technology Sydney

Clause Roux has led the global development of forensic science over the past 20 years (10 years in NSW). His work in forensic science research, education, training, and ethics has had a significant impact worldwide.

James Rowe, Fellow (2015) : Southern Highlands

FRSN BPharm MSc PhD MRPharmS

Director, CoPharm Pty.Ltd.

James Rowe has over 40 years experience in research and development at senior levels in the pharmaceutical industry.

Susan Rowland, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd.) GradCertEd (Higher Ed) (Qld) GAICD PFHEA

Vice-Provost, Office of the Provost and DVC, University of Sydney

Susan Rowland has made a substantial contribution to higher education and has and international reputation in science education.

Anatoly Rozenfeld, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN MSc (St Petersburg) PhD (Kiev)

Distinguished Professor and Director, Centre for Medical Radiation Physics, University of Wollongong

Anatoly Rozenfeld (Rosenfeld) is an internationally-recognised expert in semiconductor radiation detection technology and its application for medical radiation dosimetry in radiation oncology, space and avionics.

Mike Ryan, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BE MEngSc PhD FIEAust SMIEEE FINCOSE FIML

Director, Capability Associates Pty Ltd, UNSW Canberra

Mike Ryan is recognised for his significant contributions to the development of systems engineering practice and its propagation through education and application.

Renae Ryan, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Syd) GAICD

Professor of Biochemical Pharmacology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney

Renae Ryan has made a substantial international contribution to neurological disease through her work on membrane protein structure and neurotransmitter transporters.

Elaine Sadler, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Hons) (Qld) PhD (ANU) FAA FRAS FASA FAIP

Professor of Astrophysics, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Elaine Sadler has an international reputation in the fields of astrophysics and galaxy evolution.

Veena Sahajwalla, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AO FRSN PhD (Michigan) FAA FTSE HonFIEAust

Scientia Professor and Founding Director, Centre for Sustainable Matherials Research and Technology (SMART), UNSW Sydney

Veena Sahajwalla is renowned for her innovation in green steel making process using waste tyres, and for green manufacturing-revolutionary Australia/Global waste economy and for her public communication of science and technology.

Deep Saini, Fellow (2017) : Overseas

FRSN BSc (Hons) MSc (Hons) (Punjab) PhD (Adelaide)

President and Vice-Chancellor, McGill University, Canada

Deep Saini was formerly a noted plant physiologist before taking on senior leadership roles in university administration in both Australia and Canada.

Gerd Schmalz, Fellow (2024) : New England North West

FRSN Dr.rer.nat.habil. (Bonn) CertGovPrac FAustMS

Professor, School of Science and Technology, University of New England

Gerd Schmalz is recognised as an expert in Several Complex Variables and CR Geometry.

Tim Schmidt, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd) PhD (Cantab) FRACI FRSC

Professor, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney

Timothy Schmidt is recognised for his seminal contributions to the spectroscopy of small molecules and the application molecular spectroscopy to photophysical processes, including molecular fragments in space, and the dynamics of reactions of molecules.

Nick Schofield, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (London) DPhil (York)

Founder and Director; Global Future Research, Adjunct Professor, Murdoch University
Visiting Professorial Fellow (former Professor/Director, UNSW-Global Water Institute), Australian Water Partnership

Nicholas Schofield has conducted world-leading research on the origin of the Earth, Moon and planets improving river health understanding and remediating salinisation, advancing mine site rehabilitation and silvicultural practices, contolling pesticides, improving irrigation efficiency, reducing eutrophication, advancing methodologies for research priority setting and evaluation.

Peter Schouten, Fellow (2021) : Hunter

AM FRSN

Artist, illustrator, and author

Peter Schouten has had (and continues to have) an extraordinary educational and inspirational impact through his brilliant and voluminous artistic interpretation of Australia's globally unique prehistoric as well as living creatures

Julianne Schultz, Fellow (2023) : Hunter

AM FRSN BA (Qld) PhD (Syd) GradCertManagement (UNSW) FAHA

Professor Emeritus in Media and Culture, Centre for Social and Cultural Research, Griffith University

Julianne Schultz is a writer and researcher in media and cultural studies who has made a major contribution to public cultural discourse.

Mark Scott, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA DipEd MA (Sydney) MPA (Harvard)

Vice-Chancellor and President, University of Sydney

Mark Scott is a distinguished leader in business and public service, having served at the highest levels in media and broadcasting, and secondary and higher education.

Peter Scott, Fellow (2017) : Overseas

FRSN BA (Hons) (Warwick) PhD (Sheffield)

President and CEO, The Commonwealth of Learning

Peter Scott is a leading researcher in knowledge media and technology-enhanced learning.

Rodney Scott, Fellow (2017) : Hunter

FRSN BSc(Hons) PhD (UWA) DSc (Basel) HonDSc (Pomeranian) FHGSA FRCPath(UK) FFSc(RCPA)

Laureate Professor of Medical Genetics, School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of Newcastle

Rodney Scott, a human geneticist, has made a long-term contribution to the understanding of genetic factors linked especially to inherited predispositions to cancer and to other more common human diseases.

Ashish Sharma, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BE (IIT Roorkee) MTech (IIT Delhi) PhD (Utah State)

Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Ashish Sharma has made a significant contribution to hydrology especially in the areas of flood exposure and water security especially as they relate to climate change

Wendy Sharpe, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Sydney) MA (UNSW)

Australian Artist

Wendy Sharpe is a renowned artist who has reflected to the nation the dedication of service men and women whilst also portraying the anguish of others less fortunate seeking to come to our shores.

Jason Sharples, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Newcastle), BMath (Hons) (Newcastle) PhD (UC) FTSE FMSSANZ

Professor of Bushfire Dynamics and Director of the UNSW Bushfire Research Group, School of Science, UNSW Canberra

Jason Sharples has made outstanding contributions to bushfire research, which have significantly improved our understanding of bushfire behaviour, bushfire-atmosphere interactions and extreme bushfire development.

Christopher Sharpley, Fellow (2023) : New England North West

FRSN TPTC (Bendigo) BA (UNE) GradDipCouns (Qld) GradDipPsych (Qld) MEd(Hons) BSc MSc MA PhD (UNE) FAPS FCCLP

Professor of Neuroscience, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of New England

Christopher Shapely has made a substantial contribution to teaching and research in biomedicine.

The Hon. Terry Sheahan, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BA LLB (Sydney)

Retired Judge of the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales

Terry Sheehan is a judge and a former Minister of the Crown. He is a renowned expert on environmental and planning law, an administrator of community environmental, health and professional institutions--a life dedicated to public service.

Richard Sheldrake, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

AM FRSN BScAgr MScAgr PhD FTSE FAICD

Former Director-General, NSW Department of Primary Industries

Working in senior levels of the NSW Government for almost 20 years, Richard Sheldrake has led and influenced a diverse range of policy reforms which have impacted at both the State and national levels.

Yansong Shen, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BEng MEng (Northeastern, China) PhD (UNSW)

Professor, School of Chemical Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Yansong Shen has made a significant contribution to engineering notably in multiphase flow modelling and simulation, and process metallurgy.

Peter Shergold, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

AC FRSN BA (Hons) (Hull) MA (Illionois) PhD (London) HonDLitt (UNSW) HonDLitt (WSU) FASSA FANZSOG FIPAA FAICD FAIM

Chair, Australian Research Council, Western Sydney University

Peter Shergold has been a distinguished leader of the Australian Public Service and continues to be a committed contributor to civic life in NSW as a University Chancellor, public administrator, and board director.

Geoffrey Sherington, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (UNSW) PhD (McMaster) FRAHS

Emeritus Professor, Department of Education, University of Sydney

Geoffrey Sherington is an historian, particularly of the history of schools and universities, also embracing the history of immigration.

Bill Sherwin, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Melb.) CertHEd (UNSW)

Emeritus Professor, School of Biological, Earth, and Environmental Sciences, UNSW Sydney

Bill Sherwin forecasts and measures molecular biodiversity in endangered flora and fauna. He has devised new mathematical approaches based on information theory, which are now used widely.

Steve Sherwood, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (MIT) MSc (UCSD) PhD (UCSD, Scripps)

Professor, Climate Change Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Sherwood's work has advanced our understanding of the sensitivity of Earth's climate, the physics of clouds, and the impact of global warming on humans.

John Shine, Fellow (2004) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc PhD (ANU) DSc(ANU) DSc(UNSW) FAA FAHMS (Hon) FRS

Emeritus Professor Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Garvan Institute of Medical Research

John Shine is a distinguished Australian biochemist and molecular biologist, recognised for his discovery of the Shine-Dalgarno nucleotide sequence that is necessary for the initiation and termination of protein synthesis. He was the winner of the Prime Minister's Prize for Science in 2010.

Keith Shortridge, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UCL)

Former Head of Software, Anglo-Australian Observatory

Keith Shortridge has made a significant contribution to astronomy, notably in the area of astronomical software.

Craig Simmons, Fellow (2023) : Hunter

FRSN BSc BE (Hons) (Adel) PhD (Flin) GAICD FAA FTSE FAGU FRSSA FMSSANZ

Pro Vice-Chancellor, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, University of Newcastle

Craig Simmons has made a significant contribution to the field of groundwater science working across the public and private sectors.

Simeon Simoff, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BScEE MScEE PhD (Moscow PowerEngInst) FIEAust

Dean, School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, Western Sydney University

Simeon Simoff is a leader in research and development in visual data science, information-based negotiation and mediation in artificial intelligence, intelligent interaction and reasoning in human-computer systems, and believability in virtual and augmented reality systems.

Jane Simpson, Fellow (2020) : Western NSW

FRSN BA (Hons) MA (ANU) PhD (MIT) FAHA FASSA Australian Linguistics Society

Professor Emerita, Linguistics, Australian National University, Australian National University

Jane Simpson is an academic linguist specialising in documenting, understanding and archiving indigenous languages of Australian languages syntax and semantics. She collaborates widely and her work has supported Aboriginal land claims.

Steve Simpson, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc (Qld) PhD (KCL) FAA HonFRES FRS

Professor and Academic Director, Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney

Steve Simpson is a distinguished scientist who works at the interface of physiology, ecology, and behaviour. As well as discovering the mechanisms that induce swarming in locusts, he has led the development of a novel class of state-space models for nutrition, cal

The Hon. Arthur Sinodinos, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AO FRSN BCom (Hons) DLitt (Newcastle)

Partner and chair of the Australia Practice, The Asia Group, Australian Government

Arthur Sinodinos is a distinguished public servant, parliamentarian, Minister of the Crown, and now diplomat, including holding the Federal Science portfolio and most recently as Australian Ambassador to the USA.

Christie Slade, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (ANU) DipEd (UNE) FRSA

Emeritus Professor and former Vice-Chancellor, Bath Spa University

Christina Slade is an international academic leader in the impact of globalism on citizenship, media and education, with a focus on reasoning. As Vice Chancellor, she led Bath Spa University through a significant period of development.

Garry Smith, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MPlan PhD

Former Chair, Sustainable Remediation Forum of Australia and New Zealand

Garry Smith has made a significant contribution to human health in Australia through leadership in risk management and standards applied to remediation of contaminated and hazardous sites including the Sydney Olympics and Barangaroo projects.

Hazel Smith, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Cantab) PhD (Nottingham)

Emeritus Professor, Writing and Society Research Centre, Western Sydney University

Hazel Smith has made a substantial contribution to literature as an academic and poet.

Lee Smith, Fellow (2018) : Interstate

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Leicester) PhD (Warwick) FRSB

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Griffith University

Lee Smith is a world-leading expert in in the androgen control of male fertility and health, and now is a distinguished university leader.

Scott Smith, Fellow (2017) : Interstate

FRSN BE(Hons) PhD (UNSW) MBA DIC (Imperial) FIEAust FASCE FACI FIIFC FHKIE FIABSE FRSSA

Professor of Structural Engineering, The University of Adelaide, University of Adelaide

Scott Smith is an internationally recognised and awarded engineer who is advancing rehabilitation techniques for civil infrastructure as an academic and researcher, via leadership roles in national and international organisations.

Margo Somerville, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

AM DSG FRSN AuA (Pharm) (Adelaide) LLB (Hons 1) (Sydney) DCL (McGill) FRSC

Professor of Bioethics, National School of Medicine University of Notre Dame Australia, University of Notre Dame Australia

Margaret Somerville is an Internationally recognised bioethicistÑand pioneer in the field and is a consultant to international institutions, including UN agencies, governments.

Charles Sorrell, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

2021 FRSN BSc (U. Missouri, Rolla) MSc (PSU) PhD (UNSW) FAustCeramSoc

Professor of Ceramic Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Chris Sorrell is distinguished for long-term service to education and research in ceramic science and engineering in Australia. He is a leading expert on the artist Edgar Chahine.

Allan Sparkes, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

CV OAM FRSN Diploma of Management

Deputy Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of NSW

Allan Sparkes works with Government and community to secure better mental health and wellbeing for NSW. He is the only New South Welshman to be awarded a Cross of Valour.

Michael Spence, Fellow (2018) : Overseas

AC FRSN BA (Hons) LLB (Hons) DipLangStud (Korean) LLD (HC) (Sydney) DPhil GradDipTheol (Oxon).

President and Provost, University College London

Michael Spence is a leading scholar in the field of intellectual property theory, and a university leader in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Georgina Spilsbury, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) MAPS FCCLP FCFP

Chief Psychologist, Corrective Services NSW, NSW Communities and Justice

Georgina Spilsbury has contributed significantly to the areas of clinical and forensic psychology for more than 40 years in both research and public service management.

Catherine Stampfl, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (LaT) Habilitation (TU Berlin) GradCertEdStud (Syd.) FAA

Professor of Condensed Matter Physics, School of Physics, University of Sydney

Catherine Stampfl is a theoretical condensed matter physicist with an outstanding international reputation for her research into the atomic and electronic structure of solids, their surfaces, interfaces, and nanostructures.

Martina Stenzel, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN MSc (Bayreuth) PhD (Stuttgart) FAA FRACI

Scientia Professor in Chemistry and ARC Laureate Fellow, School of Chemistry, UNSW (Sydney)

Martina Stenzel is an internationally recognised expert in the design and synthesis of complex polymers for biomedical applications, especially drug delivery. She is the 2019 Liversidge medallist of the Royal Society of NSW.

Catherine Stevens, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) PhD (Sydney)

Professor in Psychology and Director, MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour
Development, Western Sydney University

Catherine Stevens investigates human learning and pattern recognition in universal contexts of music, dance, speech and, most recently, technology. She founded the Australian Music and Psychology Society in 1996.

Graeme Stewart, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc(Med) MBBS PhD FRACP FRCPA

Clinical Professor (Medicine, University of Sydney), Centre for Immunology
Allergy Research, Westmead Institute for Medical Research, Westmead Institute for Medical Research

Graeme Steward is internationally recognised for his research on the genetics of autoimmune diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis.

Mark Stewart, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BE (Monash) PhD (Newcastle) FTSE FIEAust FIAPS CPEng

Distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney

Mark Stewart is an international leader in risk assessment, public policy decision making, and protective infrastructure for extreme hazards applied to a wide range of infrastructure/ engineering systems, including climate change.

Rod Stowe, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

PSM FRSN

(Former) Commissioner for Fair Trading, NSW, NSW Fair Trading, NSW Department of Finance, Services and Innovation

Rod Stowe has for decades led the nation in consumer protection practice and regulation, ensuring a scientific, legal and ethical rigour is applied to those standards.

Rathan Subramaniam, Fellow (2022) : Overseas

FRSN MBBS BMedSc(Melb) MClinEd(NSW) MPH(Harvard) PhD(Auck) MBA(UTD) FRANZCR FACNM FSNMMI FAUR

Adjunct Professor of Radiology, Duek University
Professor of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Otago Medical School, University of Otago

Rathan Subramaniam is a world leading expert in cancer imaging, diagnosis and treatment using radiopharmaceuticals. He is at the forefront of practice changing international multi-centre clinical trials, translational and implementation research in oncology.

Leigh Sullivan, Fellow (2021) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Agr) (Hons) PhD (Syd.) FSSA

Former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation), University of Canberra

Leigh Sullivan is a leader of research within the university sector and is recognised as an international authority in the science and management of acid sulfate soils and carbon bio-sequestration.

Keith Suter, Fellow (2012) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA(Hons) MA (Hons) PhD (Syd.) PhD (Deakin) PhD (Syd.) FAICD FRAI

Global Futurist and Media Commentator

Keith Suter is a highly regarded economic and social commentator, strategic planner, conference speaker, author and broadcaster.

Peter Swan, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AO FRSN BEc (Hons) (ANU) PhD (Monash) FASSA

Professor of Finance, UNSW Business School, UNSW Sydney

Peter Swan is an economist known for his empirical research that explains the dominance of large listed companies, supports reforms such as tax imputation, and his advocacy for female market traders.

Nicholas Talley, Fellow (2023) : Hunter

AC FRSN MBBS (Hons) (UNSW) PhD (Syd) MD (UNSW) MMedSci (UoN) FAHMS FRACP FAFPHM

Distinguished Laureate Professor, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle

Nicholas Talley has made a substantial international contribution to the field of gastroenterology.

Dacheng Tao, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BEng (USTC) MPhil (CUHK) PhD (London) FAA FTWAS FAAAS FACM FIEEE

Peter Nicol Russell Chair, School of Computer Science, University of Sydney

Dacheng Tao has made ground-breaking contributions to sub-areas of artificial intelligence, including data science, deep learning, image processing, machine learning, medical informatics, social media, and video surveillance.

Michael Taylor, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) DPhil (Oxford) GradDipLaw (Middlesex) LLM (London) LFRSA

Senior Fellow, Melbourne Law School, University of Melbourne

Michael Taylor has an international reputation in financial regulation and has also contributed to the history of ideas.

Maree Teesson, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AC FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FASSA FAHMS

Professor and Director, The Matilda Centre, University of Sydney

Maree Teesson is an eminent researcher in medicine, acknowledge for her contributions and innovations in the prevention and treatment of mental disorders, to mental health policy, to education, and as a role model for young researchers.

Natalie Thamwattana, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Mahidol) GradCertBus PhD (Wollongong) FAustMS

Professor of Applied Mathematics, School of Information and Physical Sciences, University of Newcastle

Natalie Thamwattana, an internationally-recognised applied mathematician, has made outstanding contributions to the understanding of granular materials and to nanotechnology.

Bruce Thom, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Hons) (Sydney) PhD (LSU) FTSE FIAG LMACS

Emeritus Professor, University of Sydney

Bruce Thom has made a significant contribution to coastal science and engagement in environmental public policy.

Paul Thomas, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN MB BS BSc(Hons) (Lond Pharm) MD MoHPEd FRCP FRACP

Consultant Physician in Respiratory Medicine, Prince of Wales' Hospital
Emeritus Professor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, UNSW Sydney

Paul Thomas has made significant contributions to research and teaching in respiratory medicine achieving improved outcomes for sufferers of SARCOIDOSIS, and ASTHMA and has helped pioneer novel methods in breath aanalysis.

Rob Thomas, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

AO FRSN BEc (Monash) FAICD

Chair State Library of NSW Foundation
Company Director, O'Connell Street Associates

Rob Thomas has made a major contribution to the State Library of New South Wales, the dominant holder of this Nation's history.

Pall Thordarson, Fellow (2022) : Southern Highlands

FRSN BSc (Iceland) PhD (Sydney) FRACI FRSC

Professor, School of Chemistry and Director, UNSW RNA Institute, UNSW Sydney

Pall Thordarson is known for his seminal contributions to making functional materials through self-assembly and for ability his ability to advance the publicÕs and governments support for science

David Throsby, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

AO FRSN BEc (Sydney) PhD (LSE)

Distinguished Professor, Department Of Economics, Macquarie University

David Throsby is internationally known for his research on the economics of art and culture, particularly in the economics of the performing arts, the role of artists as economic agents, the Indigenous art economy, heritage economics, the role of culture in sustainable development, and the relationships between economic and cultural policy.

Chris Tisdell, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN CMathTeach BA (Hons) PhD (Qld) GradCert (DigitalEd) (Edin) FAustMS FHERDSA

Professor of Mathematics, School of Mathematics
Statistics, UNSW Sydney

Christopher Tisdell has made significant and innovative contributions to digital education which have positively impacted millions of people around the world by meeting the challenges of scale, flexibility and personalised learning in mathematics.

Jose Torero, Fellow (2018) : Overseas

FRSN BSc (PUC Peru) MSc PhD (Berkeley) HonDSc (Ghent) FTSE FREng FRSE

Professor of Civil Engineering and Head, Department of Civil Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, University College London

Jose Torero is an internationally recognised, pre-eminent researcher in the fire safety of the built environment, in particular of tall buildings.

Graham Town, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BE (NSWIT) PhD (Sydney) GradCert (Macquarie) FIEAust SMIEEE

Professor Emeritus, School of Engineering, Macquarie University

Graham Town is a retired electrical engineer and academic who has been a leader in engineering education and has made significant contributions in diverse areas of engineering research.

Richard Travers, Fellow (2025) : Southern Highlands

FRSN BA LLB (Syd) CertULT (UNSW) MA (UNSW)

Graduate student, School of Humanities and Social Inquiry, University of Wollongong

Richard Travers has made a substantial contribution to Australian history and the law.

Antonio Tricoli, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc Ing Dipl Ing PhD (ETH) FRSC

Professor, Faculty of Engineering, University of Sydney

Antonio Tricoli has made a substantial contribution to the field of engineering, especially in the areas of renewable energy, sustainability and biotechnology.

Stephen Trowell, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA MA (Cantab) PhD (ANU)

Founder and Managing Director, PPB Technology, PPB Technology

Stephen Trowell has contributed to the science of molecular recognition and signal transduction in biological systems for over three decades, and has guided research collaborations strengthening Australian agriculture and food production.

Jakelin Troy, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Syd.) GradDipEd (Canberra) PhD (ANU) FASSA MAIATSIS

Director, Indigenous Research, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), University of Sydney

Jakelin Troy has made a substantial international contribution to the recognition of Indigenous languages in education systems.

Christian Turney, Fellow (2024) : Overseas

FRSN BSc (Hons) (East Anglia) PhD (Royal Holloway). FRMetS FGS FRSA FRGS FAHE

Deputy Principal (Research and Impact), Heriot-Watt University

Christine Turney is an internationally recognised earth scientist who has pioneered new forms of record capture for climate and environmental change.

Alec Tzannes, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Arch) BArch (Sydney) MSc (Columbia) HonDUniv (UNSW) HonFAIA LFRAIA FNZIA FAIB

Founding Director, Tzannes (Architecture and Urban Design)
Emeritus Professor of Architecture, School of the Built Environment, UNSW Sydney

Alec Tzannes is a distinguished and eminent architect of major works in this State and abroad, both in practice and as an educator at the highest levels at a number of universities.

The Hon Gabrielle Upton, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BA LLB (UNSW) MBA (NYU) AMP (Havard) FAICD

Non-executive Director

Gabrielle Upton has made a significant contribution to the law, politics, and the higher education sector in New South Wales.

Brian Uy, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BE (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FTSE FIEAust FICE FIStructE FASCE FSEI FIABSE

Scientia Professor of Structural Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Brian Uy is an international research leader in steel and composite structures who has led the development of world-leading Australian/New Zealand standards in composite steel-concrete buildings and bridges.

John Vallance, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BA (Sydney) MA PhD (Cambridge) FAHA

Former State Librarian of NSW
Former Headmaster, Sydney Grammar School
Sometime Fellow and Tutor of Gonville and Caius College Cambridge.

John Vallance is a classicist, historian of science, musician, artist, and most of all, by vocation, a teacher and school administrator.

David van Nunen, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

OAM FRSN Dip. Painting (Nat. Art School), MA (UNSW College of Fine Arts)

Artist and President, Australian Watercolour Institute, Australian Watercolour Institute

David van Nunen is a renown watercolorist with numerous exhibitions in Australia and around the world. He curates, judges and speaks on his art, which can be found in all major galleries in Australia.

Sheryl van Nunen, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

OAM FRSN MB BS MM (Sleep Medicine) (Syd) FRACP

Clinical Professor, University of Sydney
Macquarie University, Medicine, Macquarie University

Sheryl van Nunen is nationally and internationally recognised for her clinical research in tick-induced allergies (mammalian meat allergy, tick anaphylaxis), their public health consequences and her advocacy for allergy sufferers.

Andy Vann, Fellow (2018) : Interstate

FRSN BEng (Hons) PhD (Bristol) FAICD FIEAust CPEng(Ret) EngExec

Former Vice-Chancellor, Charles Sturt University

Andrew Vann is now retired, having previously been Vice-Chancellor of Charles Sturt University and holding a number of board and community leadership roles in which he was instrumental in advancing education in regional Australia.

Margaret Varady, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AO FRSN BSc (Otago) MEd EdD (UNSW) FACE FACEL

Chief Education Officer, IDEA Digital Education
Principal Director, Varady Education Consulting

Margaret Varady has an extraordinary, life-long record of leadership and achievement in the field of secondary education, internationally as well as throughout Australia.

Franciscus Verstraten, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN MSc (Radboud) PhD (Utrecht) FASSA

Professor of Experimental Psychology and McCaughey Chair of Psychology, Department of Psychology, University of Sydney

Apart from an excellent publication and teaching record, Franciscus Verstraten has championed the highly successful integration of psychological research into a multi-disciplinary enterprise with other Schools in Science and Medicine.

David Waite, Fellow (2014) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) (Tas.) MAppSc (Monash) PhD (MIT) MNAE (US)

CEO UNSW Centre for Transformational Environmental Technologies
Scientia Professor, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UNSW Sydney

David Waite is a researcher of international standing who has made a significant contribution to the field of environmental chemistry over the last four decades.

Laurence Wakelin, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Kent) PhD (Cantab) FRSC FRACI

Honorary Associate Professor, University of New South Wales, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney

Larry Wakelin is internationally recognised for his research into innovative DNA-binding anti-cancer drugs, particularly intercalating and DNA-directed alkylating agents, and for his teaching of pharmacology to both science and medical students.

James Wallman, Fellow (2006) : Sydney

FRSN BSc(Hons) PhD FFSc(RCPA) FRES FRSSA

Dean of Science, University of Technology Sydney, University of Technology Sydney

James Wallman is an entomologist with an international reputation in the biology and forensic application of flies. He has contributed to science governance nationally through varied leadership roles in universities and professional societies.

Toby Walsh, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Cantab) MSc PhD (Edin) FAA FTSE FAAAS FACM

Professor of Artificial Intelligence, School of Computer Science and Engineering, UNSW Sydney

Toby Walsh has made significant contributions to the science and public understanding of artificial intelligence. He is particularly interested in building trustworthy AI.

Matt Wand, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BMath (Hons) (Wollongong) PhD (ANU) FAA FIMS FASA FAustMS

Distinguished Professor of Statistics, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Technology Sydney

Matt Wand is internationally recognised for his contributions to statistics methodology, theory, and computing.

Qilin Wang, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN PhD (UQ)

Professor and ARC Future Fellow, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney

Qilin Wang is an internationally recognised researcher who has made significant contributions to the development of a suite of innovative technologies that revolutionise the science and practice of urban water management for Australian water utilities.

Christopher Ward, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BMedSc MBChB (Dist) (Otago) PhD (Monash) FRACP FRCPA

Senior Staff Specialist and Director of Research, Department of Haematology and Transfusion Medicine, Royal North Shore Hospital

Christopher Ward is an international leader in coagulation medicine.

Richard Waterhouse, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BA (Hons) (Sydney) MA PhD (Johns Hopkins) FAHA FASSA

Emeritus Professor, Department of History, University of Sydney

Richard Waterhouse is a leading scholar of the history of Australian popular culture and the history of rural Australia.

Stephanie Watson, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

OAM FRSN BCc(Med) (Hons) MBBS (Hons) (Syd) PhD (UNSW) GAICD FRANZCO FARVO

Head, Corneal Unit, Sydney Eye Hospital
Professor, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney

Stephanie Watson is a clinician scientist known for her ground-breaking stem cell research in corneal therapies and for leadership in the academic, not-for-profit and business sectors.

James Weaver, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Med) MBBS (Hons) PhD (UNSW) FRACP FCSANZ MAICD

Cardiologist, Department of Medicine, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

James Weaver is a cardiologist who has made significant contributions to teaching and research on the treatment of heart disease

Ian Webster, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AO FRSN MB BS MD (Melb.) FRACP FRACGP FAFPHM FAChAM FAFRM

Emeritus Professor, University of New South Wales, UNSW Sydney

Ian Webster has served in senior leadership positions in Public Health and Community Medicine, and is known for his work on addiction, mental health and the impact of homelessness.

Tony Weiss, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Sydney) FTSE FAHMS FRACI FRSC FRSB FNAI FAIMBE FBSE FTERM

McCaughey Professor in Biochemistry and Professor of Molecular Biotechnology, School of Life and Environmental Sciences and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney

Anthony Weiss established and is an acknowledged leader of the field of synthetic human tropoelastin and recombinant human elastin technologies. His discoveries span fundamental structure and function to the innovative translation of human tropoelastin.

Steven Weller, Fellow (2020) : Hunter

FRSN BE (Hons) ME PhD (Newcastle)

Professor of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Newcastle

Steve Weller has made important contributions to feedback control theory and its application to the solution of problems in sustainable development and electrical power systems. He has taken many leadership roles in his university.

Paul Wellings, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

CBE DL FRSN BSc (London) MSc (Durham) PhD (East Anglia) HonDSc (Lancaster, Wollongong, East Anglia) HonDUniv (Surrey) FAICD FRSA

Former Vice-Chancellor and Principal, University of Wollongong

Paul Wellings has researched insect population ecology, biological control, and host plant resistance and is a former university Vice-Chancellor.

Peter Wells, Fellow (2024) : Sydney

FRSN MCom (Auck) PhD (USyd) FCA

Emeritus Professor, UTS Business School, University of Technology Sydney

Peter Wells has made significant contributions to the practice of accounting both professionally and academically in Australia.

Judith Wheeldon, Fellow (2013) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Wisconsin) MEd (Sydney) FACE FACE

Former Vice-President, Royal Society of NSW

Judith Wheeldon is recognised for eminent and long-standing service to Australian secondary education at senior levels and for service to professional organisations.

John Whitelock, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

FRSN BAppSc PhD (UTS) FAIMBE

Emeritus Professor of Biomedical Engineering, UNSW Sydney

John Whitelock has developed a detailed understanding of how the matrix around cells joins them together and controls their responses to growth and survival signals embedded within the matrix.

Thomas Whitford, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN BPsych PhD (Sydney)

Professor of Psychology, School of Psychology, UNSW Sydney

Tom Whitford is a world-renowned researcher into the neural basis of schizophrenia. He has pioneered the development of neurophysiological biomarkers for the disorder's psychotic features.

Bob Whittaker, Fellow (2016) : Hunter

AM (QB2014) FRSN HonDUniv (UoN); DLitt (WSU); HonDConstM (CQU); BAppSc(Bldg) (UTS); and GradDipEd (UTS) FAIB FAIQS FNZIOB CompIEAust MSoCL

Industry Professor (UTS); Professor of Practice (UoN); Professor of Engineering (Adj) (SCU); Visiting Professor (RMIT); Adj, Prof. (ConstMan) at UC and WSU., Holdom Whittaker

Robert Whittaker is recognised as a national leader of the building profession who has played a a prominent role in raising the professional standards of the NSW and the national built environment.

Glenn Wightwick, Fellow (2022) : Sydney

FRSN BSc FTSE SMIEEE

Emeritus Professor, University of Technology Sydney

Glenn has been a champion of the ICT sector in Australia for many years, with significant impact in industry, academia and peak professional bodies.

Alan Williams, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Leicester) MSc (RHUL) PhD (ANU) MAIATSIS FSA FRSA MAACAI MEIANZ

Associate Director/Technical Lead, Aboriginal Heritage, EMM Consulting Pty Ltd

Alan Williams has made a significant contribution to the understanding of AustraliaÕs past human societies and climate change.

Robyn Williams, Fellow (2023) : Sydney

AO FRSN HonDSc (Deakin, Syd, ANU, UNSW, Macquarie, UniSA, Qld) FAA FRIAust

Producer/Presenter, ABC Science, Australian Broadcasting Corporation

A laudation is not available for Robyn Williams

Ann Williamson, Fellow (2015) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (LaTrobe) FACRS

Emeritus Professor, School of Aviation, Transport and Road Safety Research Centre, UNSW Sydney

Anne Williamson's strong body of research addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of transport safety problems and is making an impact on improving safety for the community.

George Willis, Fellow (2018) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Adel) PhD (N'cle on Tyne) FAA

Emeritus Professor of Mathematics, School of Information and Physical Sciences, University of Newcastle

George Willis is known nationally and internationally for his work in a number of fields of mathematics that have led to innovation and applications in topological algebra and in harmonic analysis.

Jeremy Wilson, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

AO FRSN MB BS (Sydney)1974 MD (UNSW)1984 FRCP FRACP AGAF GESAF

Emeritus Professor of Medicine, UNSW, South Western Sydney Clinical School, UNSW Sydney

Jeremy Wilson has had a distinguished career in academic and clinical medicine, together with senior leadership and governance roles in health and higher education.

Glenn Withers, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

AO FRSN BEc (Hons) (Monash) MA PhD (Harvard) FASSA

Emeritus Professor of Economics, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University

Glenn Withers is a leading Australian economist and public policy adviser.

Albert Y L Wong, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

AM FRSN BComm (UNSW) FAICD SF FIN

Investment Banker, Stockbroker, Corporate Adviser (semi-retired)

Albert Wong has made substantial contributions to society, embracing investment and the financial stewardship of foundations in tertiary education, research and the visual arts.

Danny Wong, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD (Monash) FRACI

Senior Lecturer, Department of Applied BioSciences, Macquarie University

Danny Wong is a highly respected academic in analytical chemistry who has made significant contributions to the development and applications of structurally small, antifouling carbon electrodes to neurotransmitter detection in vivo through many international collaborations.

Anne Wood, Fellow (2008) : Southern Highlands

FRSN BSc (Hons) DipEd

Chair, Southern Highlands, Royal Society of NSW

Anne Wood has a unique combination of knowledge, authorship and work experience in the diverse fields of chemistry, national heritage, local government and national and international education.

Lisa Wood, Fellow (2025) : Hunter

FRSN BSc (Hons) (USyd) PhD (UNewcastle)

Professor and Head of School, School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, University of Newcastle

Lisa Wood has made a substantial contribution to nutrition and respiratory medicine.

Mike Woods, Fellow (2017) : Sydney

FRSN BA Hons) GradDipEd

Professor of Health Economics, Center for Health Economics Research and Evaluation, University of Technology Sydney

Professor Woods has made signignificant contributions to the wellbeing of the Australian community through the reform of aged care, the health workforce and other areas of public policy

Barry Wren, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AM FRSN MB BS (Sydney) MHealth MD (UNSW) MHPEd, (UNSW) FRCOG, FRANZCOG FRANZCOG

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (Retired)

Barry Wren is a senior obstetrician and gynaecologist who has had a major influence in investigating and improving the care and well-being of postmenopausal women.

John Wright, Fellow (2012) : Southern Highlands

AM FRSN BSc PhD GAICD FTSE FAusIMM FAIE

Principal, Wright Energy Consulting, Wright Energy Consulting

John Wright has played a significant role in the advancment of energy research and development that has been recognised by the award of a member of an Australian Order.

Jean Yee Hwa Yang, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) (Syd.) PhD (UC, Berkeley) SFABACBS

Professor of Statistics, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Sydney

Jean Yee Hwa Yang has an international reputation in the field of statistical bioinformatics.

Xiaoke Yi, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BEng MEng (Northwestern Poly. Univ. China) PhD (NTU)

Professor, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Sydney

Xiaoke Yi's multidisciplinary research has delivered major breakthroughs in signal processing and sensing, enabling a safer and healthier life that can lead to new economic opportunities.

Ken-Tye Yong, Fellow (2021) : Sydney

FRSN BSc MEng PhD (SUNY Buffalo) FIEAust FOSA FIMMM FInstP FRSB FRSC SMIEEE FSPIE

Professor and Associate Dean (External Engagement), Faculty of Engineering, University of Sydney

Ken-Tye Yong has made major international contributions to photonics, engineering and applications of nanomedicine for targeted bioimaging and biosensing. He is a noted amateur astronomer.

David Young, Fellow (2016) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Hons) PhD FTSE FECS FIEAust FRACI

Professor, School of Materials Science and Engineering, UNSW Sydney

David Young's research on high temperature alloy-gas reactions, including the underlying diffusion processes, has produced two books and numerous publications describing (a) irreversible thermodynamics applied to diffusion in ionic solids, (b) thin film oxide growth, (c) alloy reactions with mixed gases. In particular, he has resolved

Aibing Yu, Fellow (2014) : Interstate

FRSN BEng MEng (Northeastern) PhD (Wollongong) DSc(UNSW) FAA FTSE FIChemE

Pro Vice-Chancellor and President (Suzhou)
Vice-Chancellor's Professorial Fellow, Chemical Engineering, Monash University

Aibing Yu is a distinguished researcher known for his work in the field of particle science and technology. He is particularly well known for the development of methods for the simulation and modelling of the motion of individual particles within large populations in flowing systems.

John Yu, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AC FRSN MB BS DCH (RCP&S) FRACP HonMD(Syd) HonDSc (UNSW) HonDLitt (UWS) (RCP&S) FAHA FRACP FRACMA

Former Chief Executive Officer, Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children
Former Chancellor, UNSW Sydney

John Yu is a very distinguished Australian who has made a significant contribution to children's health in Australia, and to tertiary education.

Gary Zamel, Fellow (2025) : Sydney

FRSN BE (UNSW) FTSE HonFIEAust

Chairman, Latitude Investments pty ltd

Gary Ian Zamel has made a notable contribution to the commercialisation of science and technology.

Alexander Zelinsky, Fellow (2019) : Hunter

AO FRSN BMathSc (Wollongong) PhD (ANU) FTSE FAA FIEEE FIEAust FAICD

Vice-Chancellor and President, University of Newcastle

Alex Zelinsky is an internationally recognised computer scientist, academic, and research leader. He has demonstrated outstanding leadership particularly in the translation of research through industry partnerships and as a Vice Chancellor.

Chuan Zhao, Fellow (2018) : Sydney

FRSN BSc (Shaanxi Xi'an) MSc PhD (Northwest Xi'an) FRSC FRACI

Professor, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney

Chuan Zhao is a chemist who has made breakthrough discoveries in the development of Earth-abundant element-based catalysts for electrochemical energy conversion and storage, and in the development of ionic liquids for sustainable chemistry.

Albert Zomaya, Fellow (2020) : Sydney

FRSN PhD (Sheffield) FAA MAESS FMAE FIEEE FAAAS FIET

Peter Nicol Russell Chair Professor of Distributed Computing, School of Computer Science, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Albert Zomaya is internationally known for his significant technical contributions to the field of Distributed Computing. He has taken a leading role in expanding the nation's capacity for innovative research and training.

Hala Zreiqat, Fellow (2019) : Sydney

AM FRSN BSc (Amman) PhD (UNSW) FAA FTSE FAHMS FIOR

Professor, School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Sydney

Hala Zriegat is an outstanding biomedical engineer,honoured across the world and becoming the NSW Premier's Woman of the Year in 2018. She has led research in the field of tissue engineering.