Susan Barwick

Dr. Susan Barwick is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Adelaide, within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. Her primary affiliation is with the Mathematical Sciences department. She specializes in finite projective geometry, with a focus on unitals, conic sections, quadrics, and geometric configurations in finite fields. Her research encompasses topics such as the Bose representation, Figueroa planes, and characterizations of geometric structures like Baer subplanes and secant lines of quadrics. Dr. Barwick is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students in these areas.

Her work spans foundational contributions to finite geometry, including studies on ruled surfaces, linear sets, and hyper-reguli. Notable research trends include investigations into geometric configurations in projective spaces, algebraic curves over finite fields, and combinatorial structures within finite planes. Recent projects have addressed orthogonal Buekenhout-Metz unitals and elliptic solids in quadrics, reflecting her deep engagement with both classical and modern problems in the field.

While no specific grants or awards are listed, her extensive publication record indicates sustained academic activity. She maintains an active involvement in research supervision and contributes to the mathematical community through her work in Adelaide's School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences.