Olin J Eggen Research Award

The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) offers the Olin J Eggen Research Award to up to 3 outstanding international students commencing in the PhD program at RSAA. Funding for this Award is made possible by an endowment setup to commemorate the contributions of the late Professor Olin J Eggen, who was Director of Mt Stromlo Observatory from 1966 through 1977, a period that saw considerable growth and with it the foundation of the high international regard in which the Observatory is held. The objective of the Award is to support outstanding international students to enable them to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Astronomy & Astrophysics based in the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the Australian National University. The Award is granted for Excellence in Research in the previous one year period during which the student was enrolled in the PhD program at RSAA. Successful recipients receive AU$2,500 as a single lump-sum payment made upon commencement in the PhD program. The selection committee considers the originality and feasibility of research, impact or potential for impact in the relevant research field, research achievements and accomplishments such as published papers and conference presentations, and good citizenship and engagement with the RSAA and wider community including outreach activities and committee representation. Students who have previously received this Award may remain eligible for future awards.