Solving novel problems

Publication date
Thursday, 25 Jul 2013
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The scholarship has allowed me the freedom to focus on my studies

“I enjoy solving physical problems that rigorously describe the physical world we live in,” says Robert Walker, one of the first recipients of a Dunbar Honours Scholarship.  

The native Melbournian chose to transfer to Canberra for his Honours year based on the solid reputation of the Research School of Physics & Engineering.

“ANU has a very strong physics department; I wanted the challenge of learning from some of the best lecturers and academics Australia has to offer.”

“In the short time that I have been here my experience has been very positive. The academics I have been in contact with have been encouraging and the university is well organised.”

“I am enjoying working on my honours project which is on generalised geometry and its applications. The material I am hoping to cover will allow me to comprehend a far larger portion of physical theory than I currently can.”

As the recipient of a $25,000 Dunbar Honours Scholarship, Robert is grateful for the support the scholarship has provided him. “If I met the donor, I would thank them for the opportunities they have opened to me, as well as pledge to give my studies everything I can.

“The scholarship has allowed me the freedom to focus on my studies. Without it, relocating to Canberra to pursue further study would have been a much tougher decision. It is also reassuring to have the effort I have invested throughout my academic career validated in this way.”

Beyond his Honours year, Robert wants to continue working in problem solving oriented environments. “My long term goal is to work in a field within which I can contribute towards solving novel problems. I will probably look at continuing on to a PhD in a related field, then move towards academic research or R&D.”

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