AustLit

'Rob Morrison has combined the two careers of academic and science writer and broadcaster. The author of 43 books, he was also the co-writer and presenter of Curiosity Show, a television program for young people that screened nationally in Australia and in 14 countries overseas, winning many awards. Rob has been an active conservationist, heading South Australia's zoos for six years and chairing many boards of science and conservation bodies. He was awarded an OAM in 2004 and was the 2008 Senior Australian of the Year for South Australia.' (Source : Wakefield Press website)