The British Journal of Radiology (BJR) has welcomed a new medical editor-in-chief, Professor Stuart Taylor.
Professor Taylor is professor of medical imaging at the Centre for Medical Imaging, University College London, and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) senior investigator as well as chair of the NIHR Imaging Group.
Focusing on developing and translating imaging technologies, Professor Taylor is particularly interested in CT colonography, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease, and colorectal diagnosis and staging.
'Oldest radiological journal in the world'
The British Institute of Radiology (BIR), which owns the journal, is with “sadness and sincere gratitude” bidding farewell to outgoing editor-in-chiefDr Simon Jackson, who held the role for eight years and has served on the Editorial Board for more than 14 years.
On his new role with the British Journal of Radiology (BJR) Professor Taylor said: “Medical publishing is rapidly evolving with new challenges but many opportunities. BJR is the oldest radiological journal in the world and I am very much looking forward to carrying on the excellent work of my predecessor, Dr Simon Jackson, in keeping the journal at the cutting edge of imaging science.”
A spokesperson for the BIR added: “Simon has been a brilliant leader of the journal and we extend our thanks and huge appreciation for his expert guidance and supportive leadership over the years. We wish Simon well for all his future endeavours.”
Dr Jackson said: “It has been an honour serving as BJR editor in chief (Medical) during the past eight years. I offer my heartfelt thanks to the BJR Editorial Board and editorial office team for helping to steer the journal on an upward trajectory.
“I also deeply appreciate the hard work of our editors, reviewers, and authors in ensuring the continued success of the journal. Last, but by no means least, I offer my full support as Professors Stuart Taylor and Andy Nisbet commence an exciting next chapter of BJR.”
Supporting membership
Professor Taylor will work alongside Professor Andrew Nisbet, who continues in his role as editor-in-chief (scientific).
BIR is an international membership organisation for everyone working in imaging, radiation oncology and the underlying sciences.
(Image: Professor Stuart Taylor, via BIR)