ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics
ANU College of Science
Associate Professor Francis Bennet is a researcher of optical instrumentation at the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and a Mission Specialist at ANU InSpace.
He has expertise in adaptive optics for astronomical instrumentation, space situational awareness, and laser communication, with a focus on taking world-leading ANU quantum communications experiments from the lab to space.
Associate Professor Bennet is leading the ACT Node of an Australian optical communication network, as well as development of a satellite to test quantum communication between space and the ground.
He is Associate Dean (Engagement) at the ANU College of Science – a role aimed at expanding and enhancing ANU translational research and engagement across the college.
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