We are delighted to announce that Kim E. Barrett has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Physiology. Kim completed her PhD at University College London and has since held various roles at University of California, San Diego since leaving the UK in 1982 for a post-doctoral fellowship at the NIH. She is currently a Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Dean of the Graduate Division at UCSD. Her current research interests include the mechanisms of epithelial ion transport, the pathophysiological consequences of enteric infections, abnormalities in epithelial transport and barrier function in specific GI disease states, and the mechanisms of action of probiotics.
Kim has a long-standing relationship with The Physiological Society as well as the American Physiological Society, where she has held positions including Chair of the Publications Committee (2005-2010) and President (2013-2014).
Kim has served of The Journal of Physiology’s Editorial Board for a number of years and is currently Deputy Editor-in-Chief for The Americas.
Kim’s wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment to continuing to grow the reputation and success of The Journal means that we can expect to have an engaged and valued leader to steer The Journal over the coming years.
Kim will start this exciting and influential role in April 2016, after shadowing outgoing Editor-in-Chief David Paterson for several months to ensure a smooth transition.
Please join us in congratulating Kim on her appointment.