Appointment of Regius Professorship of Medicine in the University of Oxford: 14 October 2026

The King has formally approved the appointment of Professor Menna Clatworthy to the Regius Professorship of Medicine at the University of Oxford. She will succeed Professor Sir John Bell in the role, which is one of the most prestigious academic positions in the medical field. The appointment follows a rigorous selection process conducted by the University of Oxford in accordance with established academic and governance protocols.

Professor Clatworthy currently holds the position of Professor of Translational Immunology at the University of Cambridge, where she has built a distinguished career in immunology and nephrology. Her academic leadership includes serving as Director of the Cambridge Institute of Therapeutic Immunology and Infectious Disease (CITIID) and as an Associate Faculty member at the Wellcome Sanger Institute.

Her research has significantly advanced understanding of immune responses in tissues, particularly in the kidney and gut, and has challenged established scientific views. Notably, her work has demonstrated how immune cells primed in the gut can directly influence the central nervous system, altering perceptions of how peripheral immune stimuli affect brain function.

The appointment reflects the University of Oxford’s commitment to maintaining excellence in medical research and education. Professor Clatworthy’s expertise in translational immunology and her contributions to both clinical and fundamental science are expected to further strengthen the university’s reputation in these fields.