The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) is thrilled to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our Fellows who have been recognised in today’s 2024 Honours.
This year, nine Fellows have been honoured for their significant contributions across the fields of science, technology, and engineering, including two Fellows who have received the highest honour.
Catherine Brighid Livingstone AC FTSE FAA and Emeritus Professor David Vernon Boger AC FRS FTSE FAA have been awarded Companion of the Order of Australia, an honour of the highest degree for service to Australia or humanity at large.
ATSE President Dr Katherine Woodthorpe AC FTSE said, “On behalf of ATSE, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our Fellows honoured today. Their unwavering commitment to advancing technology and engineering has not only propelled Australian innovation forward, it has made a global impact. These honours are a testament to their dedication and exceptional contributions to our society.”
Other recognised Fellows include the late Robin King AO FTSE, who was a central figure in ATSE’s New South Wales Division, and is recognised for his distinguished service to engineering and to tertiary education. Dr Cynthia Livingstone AO FTSE was also recognised, having made significant contributions to the environment through water resource sustainability as an innovator, leader and academic.
“Recipients come from all parts of the country. They have served and had an impact in just about every field you can imagine; their stories and backgrounds are diverse. We value their service, thank them for their hard work and selflessness and, today, celebrate them,” said the Governor-General.
ATSE proudly acknowledges the outstanding work of our Fellows and their dedication to addressing some of the nation’s most pressing challenges. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the significant role they play in shaping a better future for Australia and the world.
Companion (AC) of the Order of Australia
Catherine Brighid Livingstone AC FTSE FAA
Governance and strategy STEM leader
For eminent service to business, particularly through governance and strategic reform, to tertiary education, to science, technology and innovation capability development, and to the arts.
Emeritus Professor David Vernon Boger AC FRS FTSE FAA
Fluid mechanics leader
For eminent service to chemical engineering as a scientist, academic and researcher, particularly in the field of non-Newtonian fluid mechanics, and to the environment.
Officer (AO) In the General Division of the Order of Australia
The late Emeritus Professor Robin William King AO FTSE
STEM advocate and leader
For distinguished service to engineering, to tertiary education, and to professional organisations through executive roles.
Dr Cynthia Alison Mitchell AO FTSE
Water resource innovator
For distinguished service to the environment through water resource sustainability as an innovator, leader and academic.
Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia
Emeritus Professor Michael John Eyles AM FTSE
Food safety scientist
For significant service to tertiary education, and to science.
Distinguished Professor Buddhima Indraratna AM FTSE
Geotechnical infrastructure innovator
For significant service to civil engineering, particularly through infrastructure development, ground improvement and transportation geotechnics.
The late Dr James Richard May AM FTSE
Australian mining industry expert
For significant service to mining research and governance, and to the community.
Dr John Alan Ramshaw AM FTSE
Biomaterial expert and science advocate
For significant service to research science, to professional societies, and to the community.
Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia
Dr Jan Maree Tennent OAM FTSE
Research and commercialisation advocate
For service to research science, and to business.