Dean Harris

Dean Harris is an Honorary Professor at Swansea University Medical School and a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at Swansea Bay University Health Board. He holds roles as Deputy Chair of the Joint Study Review Committee (SBUHB and Swansea University) and Deputy R&D Director at SBUHB’s R&D Department. His academic career spans since 2010, including roles as Honorary Senior Lecturer (2010–2013) and Honorary Clinical Professor (2013–present).

His research focuses on cancer diagnostics, particularly colorectal cancer, and the therapeutic role of the gut microbiome. Key projects include grants such as the RfPPB grant (£228,129) on combined Raman/FIT testing and the Cancer Research Wales grant (£352,524) on Raman Spectroscopy for colorectal cancer pathways.

Harris teaches postgraduate colorectal surgery and undergraduate neurosciences with a focus on microbiome relevance. His publications span microbiome-disease interactions, novel diagnostic technologies, and patient decision-making in cancer care. He has co-supervised researchers to higher degree awards, though specific advisee names are not listed.

His work bridges clinical practice and academia, emphasizing translational research in oncology and gastrointestinal health. Current roles include leadership in research and education collaborations within the health board and university.