2014 Recognition of Distinction - six Merton Fellows made Professors

Our congratulations go to six Merton Fellows who have each had the title of Professor conferred upon them, following the 2014 Recognition of Distinction Awards made by the University of Oxford. They are:

• Jonathan Thacker - Tutor in Spanish
• Radek Erban - Tutor in Mathematics
• Daniel Grimley - Tutor in Music, Professor of Music
• Alex Schekochihin - Tutor in Physics, Professor of Theoretical Physics
• Alan Barr - Tutor in Physics, Professor of Particle Physics
• Julian Knight - Supernumerary Fellow

Candidates for the awards, which have been made annually since 2010/11, have to have a strong record of achievement in three specific areas:

• Research - ongoing research characterised by a significant influence on their field of study, and of a high order of excellence and of international standing;
• Teaching - effective teaching for the University and/or College(s); and
• Good citizenship - involvement and competence in University and/or College administration.

Anyone employed by the University in an academic or senior research role is eligible for consideration, as are other University employees making a significant and sustained academic contribution to the University.