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Professors Bruce Chappell and Allan White

The Chappell and White Lecture is a distinguished biennial event established to honor the seminal contributions of Professors Bruce Chappell and Allan White to the field of petrology. Their pioneering research at The Australian National University (ANU) led to significant advancements in understanding the compositional variations and origins of granitic rocks.

Professor Allan White was a member of the Geology Department at ANU from 1960 to 1971. He was an undergraduate student of the renowned Australian geologist and Antarctic explorer, Professor Sir Douglas Mawson. White left ANU to establish the Department of Geology at La Trobe University.

Professor Bruce Chappell's career at ANU spanned more than 30 years, from 1960 to 1997. In 1967, he graduated with an ANU PhD and was awarded an ANU DSc in 1990. His sustained research contributions were recognised with many international awards, including election to Fellowship of the Australian Academy of Science.

Beyond their significant scientific contributions, both Chappell and White dedicated their time and expertise to mentoring young students fostering careers and lifelong friendships. To continue their legacy, the Bruce Chappell Endowment supports the Bruce Chappell & Allan White Scholarship, promoting the advancement of petrology and the training of future generations of researchers.

The Chappell and White Lecture serves as a platform to celebrate ongoing research and discoveries in petrology, reflecting the enduring impact of Professors Chappell and White on the scientific community.