We are over the Moon to hear this news and our heartfelt congratulations to Fred!!!
Fred has the fabulous ability to communicate science to the general public in
a clear, concise, engaging and entertaining way. For example, the "Science in
the Pub" events typify Fred's passion for making science accessible to everyone.
Who has not listened to Fred's "Astronomers behaving badly" presentation without
tears of laughter rolling down the cheeks?
Apart from his many achievements at the Anglo Australian Observatory, Fred is the
true Renaissance Man and his scholarly research, books and his involvement with
guided astronomical history tours of Europe and South America demonstrate this.
Fred's deep fascination and admiration of characters such as Tycho Brahe and
Galileo further reinforce the image of the true Renaissance Man.
Fred has been a fabulous supporter of amateur astronomy for which we owe
him many thanks.
Once again, congratulations to Fred on this well deserved recognition
Best regards
Gary Kopff/Mai Tran
Mt Kuring-Gai