King's has appointed a new Dean to its Dental Institute
Principal of King’s College London, Professor Sir Rick Trainor, says: "Dr Rekow is an internationally renowned, highly regarded expert in her field with substantial experience of successful academic leadership in dentistry and beyond. I am delighted to welcome her to King’s Dental Institute as it enters the next phase of development as a world class dental clinical academic centre. With her unparalleled knowledge and expertise, Dr Rekow will help drive the Dental Institute forward to realise its full potential across the spectrum of innovative clinical practice, learning and teaching and groundbreaking oral and dental research." Professor Trainor continues, "This year the Dental Institute was ranked in first position in two of the UK’s higher education league tables -The Guardian and The Complete University Guide. I would like to pay tribute to Professor Nairn Wilson’s role in achieving this during his many years of dedicated service to King’s, and under whose leadership and vision the Dental Institute has gone from strength to strength." Speaking about her new appointment, Dr Rekow said: "King’s well-earned outstanding reputation is an incredibly valuable asset for a new dean, creating an exceptionally strong base from which to mitigate emerging challenges and realise future opportunities. I look forward to working with the staff and students in the Dental Institute, the College, the associated Trusts, and the dental profession as the Institute continues its evolution to increasingly greater distinction." Dr Rekow will succeed Professor Nairn Wilson, who is due to retire at the end of this year, and will take up the position from Sunday 1st January 2012. Find out more about postgraduate study at King's College London. Looking for funding for postgraduate studies in 2012? Check out the exclusive bursaries on offer from Postgrad Solutions. Content added on 20th September 2011. |
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King's College London has appointed Dr Dianne Rekow as the new Dean for its Dental Institute. Dr Rekow is currently Senior Vice Provost of Engineering and Technology at New York University (NYU) and Provost of Polytechnic Institute of NYU.