Michael Murphy
Chief Investigator,
Swinburne University
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Michael is an astrophysicist and helped to develop astrocombs to help measure tiny effects in astronomical objects of potentially fundamental importance for physics.
Research projects
Helping astronomical observatories never miss a night’s sky
By bringing together laser physicists and astronomers – two fields that rarely intersect – our team is developing more robust and accessible measurement equipment to ensure astronomical observatories never miss a night’s sky.
Observing the tiny wobble of a star more accurately to find earth-like planets
Making the world’s most accurate colour ruler smaller and more robust will bring us one step closer to finding habitable planets like our Earth.
Building trust between scientists and policymakers for evidence-based decision making
As a researcher, how do you help politicians create good policy, make good decisions and invest effectively in the future of our nation? At COMBS, we’re equipping our members with the skills to become trusted advisors, guiding evidence-based policies for all Australians.
The microcomb could transform industries – but only if more people can use them
Our microcombs have already shown revolutionary outputs for information and intelligence and led to record-breaking internet speeds on a single optical chip. At COMBS we see even greater potential – but only if more people could use them.