Person

Fenton, Arthur Geoffrey (1920 - 2008)

AM FAIP

Born
1920
Died
30 April 2008
Tasmania, Australia
Occupation
Physicist
Alternative Names
  • Fenton, Geoff

Summary

Geoff Fenton was a leading researcher in cosmic ray astronomy in Australia.
When he was a physics student at the University of Tasmania during World War II, he worked with Professor McAulay on the design of optical munitions.

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Chronology

1942
Education - Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Tasmania
1944 - 1951
Career position - Lecturer in Physics, University of Tasmania
1947
Education - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Birmingham
1951 - 1957
Career position - Senior Lecturer in Physics, University of Tasmania
1957 -
Career position - Reader in Physics, University of Tasmania
1966
Research - Detected first known X-ray transient using a detector aboard a rocket.
c. 1971
Award - Fellow (FAIP), Australian Institute of Physics
1971
Career event - Chair, 12th International Cosmic Ray Conference, Hobart
1979 - 1983
Career position - Member, International Cosmic Ray Commission
1985
Life event - Retired
9 June 2003
Award - Member of the Order of Australia (AM) For service to science, particularly in the field of cosmic radiation research, through significant technical developments, sustained planning and leadership.

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Rosanne Walker; Ken McInnes

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