About Phil Diamond
Born 1958. Phil Diamond is an astronomer, known for Jodrell Bank Observatory, MERLIN and Square Kilometre Array.
Education Diamond was educated at the University of Leeds ( Bachelor of Science 1979) and the University of Manchester where he was awarded a PhD in Radio astronomy in 1982 for work on MERLIN and OH/IR stars.
Research
Diamond's research focuses on astrophysical masers.
Honours and awards Diamond was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2024 New Year Honours for services to global radio astronomy. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Physics (HonFInstP), awarded for his "contributions to the physics community through his work at the Institute of Physics."
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Who is Phil Diamond?
British astronomer
When was Phil Diamond born?
Phil Diamond was born on 18 February 1958 in Bude.
What is Phil Diamond's occupation?
Phil Diamond is an astronomer.
What is Phil Diamond known for?
Phil Diamond is known for Jodrell Bank Observatory, MERLIN and Square Kilometre Array.
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