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Victoria University of Wellington will confer honorary degrees on an acclaimed astrophysicist and a successful businessman during this month's Graduation ceremonies. Professor Warrick Couch will the honorary degree of Doctor of Science and Sir John Anderson will receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Commerce.
Professor Warrick Couch is a distinguished astrophysicist who has a crucial role in the discovery that the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate, a finding which led to the lead scientists being awarded a Nobel Prize in Physics in 2011, which he attended in recognition of his contribution.
His research involves using large ground-based and spaced-based telescopes to observe galaxy clusters, are the largest structures in the Universe—and he is involved in a number of national and international committees overseeing the management of these telescopes. his research activities, Professor Couch has worked to support young researchers and provide public comment on Australian astronomy internationally.