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09/10/2013
Leading Cancer Scientist Appointed Queen's President
A world-renowned cancer scientist has been appointed as the new President and Vice-Chancellor of Queen's University, Belfast.
Professor Patrick Johnston, who is Dean of the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences at Queen’s, will take up post early in 2014.
With the new appointment, Professor Johnston will become the 12th Vice-Chancellor in the university’s 168-year history.
Originally from L'Derry, Professor Johnston has led the development of a new international Medical School at Queen’s and a world-leading Institute of Health Sciences since 2007. He is also former Director of the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology at Queen’s.
In 2012 he was recognised for excellence in medical science when he was elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Last week, he was awarded the 2013 international Bob Pinedo Cancer Care Prize, recognising his work in translating discovery science for the benefit of cancer patients.
Queen’s Pro-Chancellor Sir David Fell, who chaired the appointment panel, said: "I am delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Patrick Johnston as our new President and Vice-Chancellor. Professor Johnston, a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences, is an outstanding academic with a distinguished record of achievement. Throughout his career, he has led transformational projects, and combines vision with a determination and passion to deliver change which will benefit society as a whole.
"As one of the world’s foremost experts in cancer research, he has shown extraordinary leadership in making Queen’s and Northern Ireland a truly innovative world-leading centre for medical research."
Speaking about his appointment, Professor Johnston commented: "This is a proud day for both me and my family and I thank Queen’s University for choosing me to be its next President and Vice-Chancellor. I very much look forward to leading this distinguished institution and working alongside its exceptional staff and students. It is an honour and privilege to be given this opportunity to further develop and enhance the reputation and standing of Queen’s.
"In an environment that throws up many significant challenges, both at home and abroad, Queen’s objective is to become an international leader in both education and research. I will work tirelessly to achieve this objective, which will bring benefits not only to the University but to the local economy and to everyone who lives in Northern Ireland."
(IT/CD)
Professor Patrick Johnston, who is Dean of the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences at Queen’s, will take up post early in 2014.
With the new appointment, Professor Johnston will become the 12th Vice-Chancellor in the university’s 168-year history.
Originally from L'Derry, Professor Johnston has led the development of a new international Medical School at Queen’s and a world-leading Institute of Health Sciences since 2007. He is also former Director of the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology at Queen’s.
In 2012 he was recognised for excellence in medical science when he was elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Last week, he was awarded the 2013 international Bob Pinedo Cancer Care Prize, recognising his work in translating discovery science for the benefit of cancer patients.
Queen’s Pro-Chancellor Sir David Fell, who chaired the appointment panel, said: "I am delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Patrick Johnston as our new President and Vice-Chancellor. Professor Johnston, a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences, is an outstanding academic with a distinguished record of achievement. Throughout his career, he has led transformational projects, and combines vision with a determination and passion to deliver change which will benefit society as a whole.
"As one of the world’s foremost experts in cancer research, he has shown extraordinary leadership in making Queen’s and Northern Ireland a truly innovative world-leading centre for medical research."
Speaking about his appointment, Professor Johnston commented: "This is a proud day for both me and my family and I thank Queen’s University for choosing me to be its next President and Vice-Chancellor. I very much look forward to leading this distinguished institution and working alongside its exceptional staff and students. It is an honour and privilege to be given this opportunity to further develop and enhance the reputation and standing of Queen’s.
"In an environment that throws up many significant challenges, both at home and abroad, Queen’s objective is to become an international leader in both education and research. I will work tirelessly to achieve this objective, which will bring benefits not only to the University but to the local economy and to everyone who lives in Northern Ireland."
(IT/CD)
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