Royal Society honour for head of research

Professor Duncan Pirrie, who is Associate Dean - Research and Innovation, in USW’s Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science, will take up the position at the start of next year.

Professor Pirrie has published more than 130 scientific papers and books focusing on the role of geology in society, including forensic and environmental studies and the importance of geology in the transition to a low-carbon future.

The Royal Society’s Newton International Fellowships Committee is responsible for reviewing applications made to the Society for international fellowships. These provide support for outstanding early career researchers from all over the world to make a first step towards developing an independent research career by gaining experience across international borders.

“It is a great honour for myself and for USW for me to be asked by The Royal Society to sit on the Fellowships Committee,” said Professor Pirrie.

“This builds on the University’s work supporting the Council for At-Risk Academics and it is good to know that I will be able to support early career researchers to develop their skills and experience in many vital areas of research.

“I am looking forward to starting this work and to looking over what I expect are some fascinating applications for support.”