Gwenllian Williams

Gwenllian Williams is a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Aberystwyth University. Her research focuses on Galactic astronomy and astrophysics, with a particular emphasis on understanding the structure and evolution of the Milky Way through studies of molecular clouds, supernova remnants, and radio emission phenomena. She is actively involved in large-scale observational projects such as the SARAO MeerKAT Galactic Plane Survey, contributing to the discovery and cataloging of celestial objects.

Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to advancing scientific knowledge and technology. Key research topics include the dynamics of infrared-dark clouds, the impact of supernova explosions on molecular clouds, and the role of non-thermal radio emission in massive star formation. Williams has published extensively in high-impact journals like Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society and Astronomy and Astrophysics, collaborating with international teams to advance our understanding of galactic structures and stellar feedback mechanisms.