David Burke (neurophysiologist)

David James Burke AC, FRACP, FAA, FTSE (born 11 May 1944) is an Australian neurophysiologist. He has held senior positions at the Prince of Wales Hospital, University of Sydney and University of New South Wales. He launched Neuroscience Research Australia at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.[2] His career has included a focus on the role of spinal cord circuits in the control of movement.[3]

David James Burke

AC, FRACP, FAA, FTSE
Born (1944-05-11) 11 May 1944
Trundle, New South Wales, Australia
NationalityAustralian
OccupationNeurophysiologist
Medical career
InstitutionsUniversity of Sydney, University of New South Wales, Neuroscience Research Australia
Sub-specialtiesNeurophysiology
ResearchClinical neurophysiology; motor control; peripheral nerve function[1]

Awards and honours

Burke was made a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours.[4] He had previously been made an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 1999 Australia Day Honours.[5]

References
  1. "Professor David Burke". University of Sydney. Retrieved 10 June 2019.
  2. Dye, Josh (9 June 2019). "Neurophysiology professor claims top gong". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 10 June 2019.
  3. Barwell, David (8 June 2019). "Professor David Burke recognised in Queens Birthday Honours for pioneering medical research". North Shore Times. News Corp Australia. Retrieved 10 June 2019.
  4. "Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) entry for Professor David James BURKE AO". It's an Honour, Australian Honours Database. Canberra, Australia: Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. 10 June 2019. Retrieved 10 June 2019. For eminent service to neurophysiology, to innovative treatments for spinal cord and brain trauma injuries, and to professional medical organisations
  5. "Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) entry for Professor David James BURKE". It's an Honour, Australian Honours Database. Canberra, Australia: Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. 26 January 1999. Retrieved 10 June 2019. For service to science and medicine, particularly in the field of clinical neurophysiology in the areas of research and education, and to the community through medical charities and lay organisations
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