Contact lens luminary Professor Nathan Efron has been made a Companion of the Order of Australia.
Efron, who is a research professor at the Queensland University of Technology, received his award for eminent service to medicine in the field of clinical optometry, particularly to vision correction and corneal physiology.
‘I have always considered myself as both a scientific and cultural ambassador for Australia, which makes this award so poignant for me, said Efron on the accolade.
‘When I speak at international conferences, I often intersperse my lectures with images of Australian landscapes, flora, fauna and famous celebrities. In fact, on more than one occasion, I have been criticised for failing to show Australiana images during a lecture.’