Phillip Law

About

Australian scientist who was the director of the Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions from 1949 until 1966.

Before Fame

He taught physics and boxing at Melbourne High School while attending the University of Melbourne where he graduated in 1941.

Trivia

He was a senior research officer on ANARE in Antarctica for many summers.

Family Life

His wife, Nel, was the first Australian woman to visit Antarctica.

Associated With

Like him, philosopher Peter Singer also attended the University of Melbourne.