Moira Jardine

Moira Jardine is Professor of Astronomy at the University of St Andrews School of Physics and Astronomy, where she became the first female physics professor in 2010.

Education:

• Ph.D. Applied Mathematics, University of St Andrews
• B.Sc. Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of St Andrews

Research investigates stellar magnetic activity to understand planetary habitability and solar system evolution. Uses magnetic field measurements to model stellar winds, coronal X-ray emissions, and their impact on planetary atmospheres. Work supports exoplanet detection initiatives including JWST, GAIA, and WFIRST.

Publications focus on stellar coronae, magnetic confinement processes, star-planet interactions, and coronal rain dynamics. Current projects model magnetic interactions in systems like AB Dor and HD 189733. Collaborates with international consortia including MagIcS and Bcool for stellar magnetic field surveys.

Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and Suffrage Science Award (2019).