125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs

In 2025, we will celebrate 125 years of University status by Royal Charter. One of the ways we are celebrating this 125th anniversary is by significantly investing in the future by appointing 100 new Anniversary Fellows and 25 new Anniversary Chairs.

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    Our 125th Anniversary Fellows and Chairs

    Meet the first cohort of our 125th anniversary academics and explore their role in advancing research impact. These new experts will strengthen key research areas, driving our ambition to become a global top 50 university.

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  • Devin Piepert

    Professor Devin Peipert – 125th Anniversary Chair

    Professor Devin Peipert focuses on patient-reported outcomes in medical treatment, helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions. Devin joins the University, after relocating from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.

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    Professor Joy Porter – 125th Anniversary Chair

    Professor Joy Porter joins the University as a 125th Anniversary Chair. Specialising in Indigenous and Environmental History, her role as Principal Investigator of the Treatied Spaces Research Group addresses challenges faced by Indigenous people.

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