User:BorisG

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I'm a an academic living in Perth, Western Australia. I was born in Moscow, Russia in 1959, and lived in a number of countries before settling in Ausrtralia.

My professional interests include the physics of rocks and its application to exploration and prodcution of oil and gas. Apart from work, my interests include politics, history, and travel. I am a keen fan of tennis and road cycling.

[edit] Travel

I was born and raised in the Soviet Union and for the first 28 years of my life I did not cross its borders. I started travelling soon after the travel restrictions were removed and haven't lost my interest ever since. I have travelled most extensively in Europe, North America and Australia, but also in Asia and South America. Most of my travels combine work and pleasure.


[edit] Politics

I am a keen observer of global politics and international relations, and national politics and history of various countries, especially Russia, the USA, Britain, Israel and Australia. I consider my views to be close to classical liberal. I broadly support a small Liberty_&_Democracy_Party which advocates free market capitalism, individual choice and responsibility, and reduction of government control in all aspects of society. I am a frequent commenter on the popular Australian libertarian blog www.catallaxyfiles.com


[edit] Wiki Contributions

I contribute from time to time to articles related to my professional and recreational interests. In particular, I created articles on

I also correct some articles where I feel I can make a useful contribution.