Dr. Jan Cami

Professor

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Biography

Jan Cami is a Professor at Western University in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, specializing in observational astronomy. His research encompasses evolved stars, interstellar matter, astrochemistry, and molecular spectroscopy. Cami employs astronomical spectroscopic observations to study the environments surrounding dying stars and the interstellar medium, focusing on the physical processes and chemical pathways that lead to the formation of various molecular species. His work has notably included the discovery of 'buckyballs' in planetary nebulae and a comprehensive study of Diffuse Interstellar Bands (DIBs), which are mysterious unidentified absorption lines in the interstellar medium. Cami utilizes a range of observational techniques, including ultraviolet and radio observations from ground-based, airborne, and space telescopes, often integrating theoretical comparison and advanced statistical methods into his research. He is involved in significant collaborative projects with NASA, making substantial contributions to understanding interstellar molecular compositions. Cami has published numerous important papers in the field, highlighting his active participation in significant astronomical inquiries.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Hume Cronyn Memorial Observatory • London, Ontario, Canada

Oversees operations and educational outreach at the observatory.

Faculty Lead

— Present

Science Rendezvous Western •

Leads public science outreach initiatives.

Associate Director

— Present

Institute for Earth and Space Exploration •

Assisted in managing and directing research initiatives.

Awards

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STEAM Big! Award

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Qilak Award

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Faculty of Science Outreach Award

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Faculty of Science Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching

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NASA Group Achievement Award

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Science Technology Innovation Award

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Faculty of Science Outreach Award

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NASA Certificate of Appreciation

Courses

Astronomy 1021: General Astronomy Astronomy 9301: Stellar Structure

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.