Occupation: Astrophysicist
Research Areas: Galaxy formation, Observational astronomy
"I consider myself extremely lucky to be where I am, do what I do, and to be surrounded by so many amazing people here in Liverpool."
Occupation: Astronomer and Professor
Year born: 1960
Occupation: Astronomer and CEO
Research Area: Education, Science Communication, Planetariums, and Astronomy
Astronomy and astrophysics involve studying and investigating the science of the Universe. It is an unusual science because it deals with extremes. Extreme sizes. From massive galaxies light-years across to tiny atoms that power the stars. Extreme temperatures. From millions of degrees in the centre of the Sun to 3 degrees above absolute zero in the vacuum of space. This means that astronomers need to understand lots of different science topics.
Occupation: Astronaut and Physicist
Year born: 1951
Research Areas: Spaceflight, Physics, X-rays
