The Society is deeply saddened to share the news that Annette Dolphin, our former President, died early on the morning of 26 January 2026.
She has asked that the background to her illness be made publicly known in order to raise awareness of Lynch syndrome and similar disorders. Annette died of a Lynch syndrome-associated duodenal tumour. Her husband, William, shared that her last wish is that there should be greater public knowledge of Lynch syndrome. She requested that the message be spread that if you have a family history of GI and/or gynaecological cancers, especially occurring at a young age, to get tested for Lynch mismatch repair mutations and similar disorders. Early diagnosis and enhanced monitoring are very important.
Many in our community will have known and worked with Annette over the years. As well as being an outstanding neuroscientist she was also a mentor, colleague and friend to so many. Her loss will be deeply felt.
The Society has prepared an obituary to celebrate Annette’s life. Read the tribute written by Professor Ole Petersen (Cardiff University, Wales, UK).