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Congratulation to Prof Jo Patterson who has been awarded the prestigious National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Senior Investigator Award.

She has been recognised as a leading expert in her field, known for her outstanding contributions to research and her influence in shaping the future of health and care. The award provides funding to support her research while Jo undertakes a senior leadership role within the NIHR, helping to shape national strategy and policy.

Jo is a Professor of Speech & Language Therapy and her work focuses on communication and swallowing problems in head and neck cancer and Vice Dean of Research in the School of Allied Health Professions and Nursing, part of the Institute of Population Health

Professor Louise Kenny, Executive Pro Vice Chancellor of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, said: “NIHR Senior Investigators are key leaders in shaping the future of health and social care research. Their expertise is critical in tackling major challenges across the NHS, public health, and social care sectors.
Senior Investigators act as ambassadors for the NIHR, playing a pivotal role in developing research capacity, mentoring future leaders, and influencing policy at a national level. They work closely with the NIHR and the Department of Health and Social Care, helping to shape the direction of health and care research in the UK and beyond.