Paula Chadwick

Mary Paula Chadwick is a British physicist who is professor and head of the Department of Physics at Durham University. Her research investigates gamma-ray astronomy and astroparticle physics. She is involved with the Cherenkov Telescope Array.

Early life and education Chadwick became interested in astronomy as a child. She believes the Apollo 11 moon landing may have triggered her passion. Chadwick was an undergraduate student at Queen Mary University of London.

Research and career Chadwick leads gamma-ray astronomy at Durham University. She is particularly interested in supernova explosions and black holes which produce high-speed jets.

In 2015, Chadwick was awarded the Lawrence Bragg Medal and Prize for her efforts to engage undergraduates with industry.

Selected publications