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01 July 2025

Professor Tim Newton receives Honorary Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Tim Newton, Professor of Psychology as Applied to Dentistry and Dean of Research Culture at King’s, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

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Professor Newton receives his Honorary Fellowship from Professor Grant MacIntyre, Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, Royal College of Surgery (Edinburgh).

This prestigous awards recognises Tim’s work for the faculty, across King’s and for the NHS. The Honorary FRCS is the highest accolade that can be given by one of the four Royal Colleges of Surgeons (England, Ireland, Glasgow, and Edinburgh) and is awarded for exceptional achievements.

Tim Newton is Dean of Research Culture, working within the Research Management and Innovation Directorate to create a culture where people thrive and are valued, a place where great research practice is our everyday norm, and an environment where innovation flourishes, impactful discoveries unfold and everybody feels part of a richly diverse community. His role encompasses working with teams dedicated to research governance, research integrity, research ethics and research culture.

Tim maintains an academic role as Professor of Psychology as Applied to Dentistry at King’s College London Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences. He also holds Honorary Consultant Health Psychologist positions with Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and The Office of the Chief Dental Officer.

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) is one of the oldest surgical Colleges in the world. Since its formal foundation in 1505, it has dedicated itself to promoting the highest standards in surgical education, training and clinical practice. Professor Newton joins members from over 140 countries across the world.

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J. Tim Newton

Dean of Research Culture