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Robert Fenton from Aarhus University is one of the recipients of this year's Elite Researcher Prize. The prize, which is awarded by the Danish Minister for Higher Education and Science, is given to younger, exceptional researchers who demonstrate international excellence.
2018.03.01 |
During the period from 2005-2017, Robert Fenton has published a total of 120 articles in high-impact international journals.
Googling Robert Fenton reveals a researcher who is not unaccustomed to being showered with awards and prizes. Now he can add another major prize to his CV, as Robert Fenton is one of the five researchers who receive an Elite Researcher Prize 2018. The prize includes DKK 1.2 million, of which DKK 1 million goes to research activities, while the remainder is a personal award of merit.
Robert Fenton's research is directed towards epithelial cells - the cells that cover all the body's outer and inner surfaces. His research interest focuses on specific proteins located in the membranes of these cells. This research has recently contributed to a biological understanding of how different diets can be beneficial for blood pressure and thereby aid the prevention of diseases.
Read the portrait of Robert Fenton on the ministry's website (in Danish only).
Contact
Professor Robert Fenton
Aarhus University, Department of Biomedicine
Mobile: (+45) 2899 2149
robert.a.fenton@biomed.au.dk