David Burke (neurophysiologist)


David James Burke is an Australian neurophysiologist. He has held senior positions at the Prince of Wales Hospital, University of Sydney and University of New South Wales. He launched Neuroscience Research Australia at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. His career has included a focus on the role of spinal cord circuits in the control of movement.

Awards and honours

Burke was made a Companion of the Order of Australia in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours. He had previously been made an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 1999 Australia Day Honours.