Yesterday the American Diabetes Association (ADA) announced the recipients of the 2021 National Scientific and Health Care Achievement Awards, which “recognize academics, health care providers and educators who have contributed to tangible advances in the field of diabetes care and research. Each of these leaders have unwavering dedication to achieving the mission of the ADA: life free of diabetes and all its burdens.”

Unit Director Professor Nick Wareham received the 2021 Kelly West Award for Outstanding Achievement in Epidemiology, which recognizes significant contributions to the field of diabetes epidemiology.

We congratulate Professor Wareham on this award which recognises his work and leadership over many years to improve understanding of the causes of diabetes, obesity and related metabolic disorders, and translate this epidemiological knowledge into policy.