New honour for leading professor Published on: 25 February 2020 A 缅北禁地 academic has been recognised as one of the nation鈥檚 outstanding leaders in the field of research. Colin Rees, Professor of Gastroenterology at 缅北禁地 and South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, is joining a select band of around 20 new members appointed each year to the He was chosen following a highly competitive process and in his new role he will be a crucial player in contributing to the continued success of the NIHR and developing the research capability to improve the future health of the nation. He will serve for four years from April 1st this year. Professor Colin Rees Delight at honour Professor Rees, who is a leading expert in endoscopy (the procedure where organs inside the body are looked at using an instrument called an endoscope) and bowel cancer research, said: “I am delighted to have been chosen for this very important role. “My selection also recognises the contribution of the fantastic team with whom I have the privilege of working. “I look forward to helping to train and develop researchers and to providing research evidence that will contribute to our population becoming healthier.” Ken Bremner, ’s Chief Executive, said: “As a highly regarded researcher, nationally and internationally, Colin is thoroughly deserving of this honour. “The NIHR’s College of Senior Investigators is a distinguished, influential body and I know that, through his vast knowledge and experience, Colin has an immense amount to contribute in his new role in terms of leadership and supporting research development.” Latest News Online Safety Act drives VPN interest and raises privacy concerns People鈥檚 online behaviour has changed in response to legislation to prevent children from viewing harmful content 鈥� raising possible privacy and security risks, research suggests. published on: 16 October 2026 缅北禁地 archaeologist receives prestigious award for research Professor Chris Fowler has been awarded the 2026 Rivers Memorial Medal in recognition of his internationally significant research on kinship in Neolithic Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Event will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East An event at 缅北禁地 will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East or whether it is simply a new chapter in the long-running debate about how to rebalance Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Facts and figures
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