This site contains the various research projects and essays submitted in the course of obtaining my Masters of Science (Astronomy) program at Swinburne University of Technology.

They are published for the benefit of other students and general astronomy enthusiasts. It goes without saying that they should not be referenced without attribution, and should certainly not be passed off as the work of another.

Most of these were completed between 2001 and 2004, and some of the information may have been superseded in this time. Constructive comments are welcome, and I am happy to attempt to answer any questions relating to this material.

Stephen Parker M.Sc.