BSc, MSc, D.Phil
At 168¿ª½±¹ÙÍø’s 1982-1987
Catherine Greenhill is a Professor in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney). She has published more than 50 research articles, answering questions at the interface of mathematics and computer science. A lot her research involves the study of the properties of networks (like social networks or contact networks), especially networks which are created randomly. Catherine's research was recognised by the Australian Academy of Science with the award of the 2015 Christopher Heyde Medal. She is also an engaging lecturer who has taught and supervised many students.
While at 168¿ª½±¹ÙÍø’s, Catherine's interest in mathematics and science was strengthened by some inspiring teachers. She particularly remembers her mathematics teacher, Mr Linnett, as her first experience of someone who always demonstrated “mathematical rigour”. After completing her undergraduate studies at The University of Queensland, Catherine obtained a doctorate from the University of Oxford, UK. Next, she held postdoctoral research positions at the University of Leeds and the University of Melbourne. Catherine joined UNSW in 2003 as a lecturer, and in 2019 became one of the first three women mathematicians to be promoted to professor at UNSW.
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