Chris Davies obituary

Key points

• Academic metallurgist Chris Davies has died aged 61 of cancer. His research at Monash University in Melbourne helped explain how metals behave and how to control their properties in manufacturing.
• His work on light metals and alloys contributed to stronger, more reliable materials for aircraft, vehicles and medical devices. He held several leadership roles at Monash, including president of the Academic Board from 2016 to 2019.
• In 2025 he was named to the Monash Honour Roll. He is survived by his wife Sam, his son Calum, and his siblings Graham and his sister-in-law's family.