Rob Sharp

Prof Rob Sharp is an astronomer at The Australian National University's Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics, affiliated with the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre. He holds a PhD and specializes in astronomical instrumentation, spectroscopy, and galaxy evolution. His research focuses on telescope design (e.g., Giant Magellan Telescope instruments), adaptive optics, and space-based observational systems such as OzFuel and GLUV missions. Key projects include the GMTIFS spectrograph, DECam galaxy surveys, and metasurface-based optical technologies for satellites.

Research interests span spectrograph engineering, redshift surveys, supernova studies, and infrared astronomy. He has supervised over 25 research projects, including space situational awareness and fire monitoring systems. Notable collaborations involve international teams in astrophysics and optical instrumentation.