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Brian Wilson (academic)

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Emeritus Professor
Brian Wilson
Born1930
Died2019
OccupationAstrophysicist
AwardsCentenary Medal

Professor Brian Graham Wilson AO (1930-2019) was an Australian astrophysicist and academic. He served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Queensland from 1979 to 1996, the role's longest tenure ever.[1]

Prior to his career in academic administration, he was a noted researcher in astrophysics for over 15 years specialising in cosmic radiation, solar physics and x-ray astronomy.[2]

References

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  1. ^ UQ Communications. "Vale Emeritus Professor Brian Wilson AO (1930-2019)". UQ News. University of Queensland. Retrieved 20 November 2022.
  2. ^ Swinburn University of Technology. "Wilson, Brian Graham (1930 - 2019)". Encyclopedia of Australian Science and Innovation.