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Professor Dame Glynis Breakwell DBE, DL is the President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Bath and holds the title of Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology. She specializes in social psychology, leadership, identity processes, and risk management. Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Bristol and a DSc from the University of Oxford where she held a Prize Fellowship at Nuffield College.
Her professional roles extend beyond academia: she serves as Director of Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), Director of Universities UK (UUK), Non-Executive Director of NHS Improvement Board, and member of the Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC). She champions university roles in scientific innovation and economic regeneration, and has been recognized for services to higher education with a DBE honor in 2012.
- Education:
- BA, MSc, MA, PhD (University of Bristol)
- DSc (University of Oxford)
- Multiple honorary doctorates including LLD (Hon) from University of Bristol and DUniv (Hon) from other institutions
Research focuses on risk psychology, public trust in science, and mental health outcomes for marginalized groups. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being, quality education, and reduced inequalities.
- Awards:
- DBE (Order of the British Empire)
- British Psychological Society Fellowships
- Academy of Social Sciences Academician
Advocacy includes widening participation in STEM and knowledge transfer to industry. Her recent publications analyze crisis psychology, vaccine hesitancy, and LGBTQ+ mental health through interdisciplinary lenses.
