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Astrophysicist and Science Communicator, The University of Melbourne

Clare Kenyon is an astrophysicist and science communicator with a keen focus on media and outreach. With a background in teaching plus qualifications and experiences spanning from sport to music, from criminology to leadership, she enjoys finding ways to explain science in an engaging and understandable way.

You can often find her commentating on the latest space and general science happenings on ABC News Channel's programme, The World, and most weekends on ABC Radio Canberra's Saturday Breakfast with Adrienne Francis.

Superstars of STEM 2021-22
TechGirls Judge 2021
Curious Minds Mentor 2021-22

Experience

  • 2017–2022
    The Laby Teaching and Outreach Fellow, The University of Melbourne

Education

  • 2022 
    The University of Melbourne, PhD (Astrophysics) [in prep.]
  • 2017 
    The University of Melbourne, GCALL
  • 2012 
    The University of Nottingham, MA (Education)
  • 2012 
    Swinburne University, MSc (Astronomy)
  • 2010 
    The University of Nottingham, PGCE
  • 2008 
    The University of Melbourne, DipArts (Criminology)
  • 2008 
    The University of Melbourne, BSc (Math.Phys;Geology)
  • 2008 
    The University of Melbourne, DipMus (prac.)

Grants and Contracts

  • 2020
    Kathmandu Astrophysics School (KAS20)
    Role:
    Lead
    Funding Source:
    IAU OAD
  • 2018
    Kathmandu Astrophysics School (KAS18)
    Role:
    Lead
    Funding Source:
    IAU OAD