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Martin Connors, BSc(Hons), MSc, PhD, P.Phys.

Professor of Astronomy, Mathematics, and Physics

 https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0634-9599
    1993 …2025

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    Research Interests

    I am interested in auroral effects on space weather, which can affect ground infrastructure such as power networks. In addition to detector networks and observatories, I have developed novel instruments for such study. I am also interested in observational astronomy, particularly with robotic telescopes, but recenty using satellite data. Space physics of auroras and the effects of Space Weather. Astronomy of asteroids. Instrumentation development.

    Personal profile

    Martin Connors is an astronomer and geophysicist. His discoveries in astronomy include Earth's Trojan asteroid and the first "backwards" Trojan asteroid of Jupiter, as well as the pattern of impact of the Chicxulub crater which resulted in dinosaur extinction. He also studies the history of astronomy and writes on the subject. He founded magnetic observation networks across Canada and observatories in and near Athabasca for studies of the northern lights and their magnetic and electric effects.

    Education/Academic qualification

    PhD, University of Alberta

    … → 1998

    M.Sc., University of Alberta

    … → 1977

    B.Sc. (Hons.), University of Western Ontario (Western)

    … → 1976

    External positions

    Adjunct Research Professor, University of Western Ontario (Western)

    1 Jan. 2016 → …

    Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

    In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

    1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
      SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
    2. SDG 4 - Quality Education
      SDG 4 Quality Education
    3. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
      SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    4. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
      SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

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