Lisa Kewley

Prof Lisa Kewley is an Associate Director in the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics at The Australian National University. Her research focuses on galaxy evolution, interstellar medium dynamics, and active galactic nuclei (AGN) physics. She leads projects like the TYPHOON and MAGPI surveys, investigating spiral galaxy structures and star formation processes. Her work combines observational data with theoretical models to understand galactic metallicity relations and AGN-host galaxy interactions.

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Research interests include extragalactic astronomy, stellar populations, and adaptive optics applications. She collaborates on international projects such as the James Webb Space Telescope initiatives and PRAXIS wavefront sensor advancements. Prof Kewley has contributed to over 230 peer-reviewed publications and holds an h-index of 28 (Scopus, 2024).

Her projects span observational surveys, theoretical modeling, and instrument development. Notable grants include funding for galaxy evolution studies and adaptive optics systems optimization. She actively participates in diversity initiatives in astronomy, addressing gender equity challenges in the field.