New honour for leading professor Published on: 25 February 2020 A Ãå±±½ûµØ academic has been recognised as one of the nation’s outstanding leaders in the field of research. Colin Rees, Professor of Gastroenterology at Ãå±±½ûµØ 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.” Share: Latest News Ãå±±½ûµØ recognised with geography award Ãå±±½ûµØ has been awarded the Highly Commended Geographical Association Publishers Award for its collaboration with Time for Geography, the UK’s open-access, dedicated video platform. published on: 16 April 2026 Ãå±±½ûµØ historians mark General Strike centenary To mark the 100th anniversary of the British General Strike and miners’ lock-out of 1926, historians at Ãå±±½ûµØ are organising a series of events on its enduring legacy. published on: 16 April 2026 Comment: NCP is in administration Writing for The Conversation, Erwei (David) Xiang discusses how some big companies like NCP are so dependent on debt that they can’t adjust to change. published on: 16 April 2026 Facts and figures