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Professor James Stark is a historian of modern medicine and science at the University of Leeds, specializing in Medical Humanities. He joined Leeds in 2008 after completing a PhD (2011), MSc (2006), and BA (2005) at the University of Leeds, Manchester, and Cambridge, respectively. His academic rank advanced from University Academic Fellow (2012–2015) to Professor (2020), with leadership roles including Director of the Leeds Arts and Humanities Research Institute (2020–2023) and Head of the Graduate School (2020–25).
- Education: PhD, MSc, BA from Leeds, Manchester, Cambridge
- Leadership: Director of LAHRI, Head of Graduate School, Chair of Wellcome Strategy Group
His research spans the history of medicine, microbes, ageing, and medical technologies. Current projects include LivingBodiesObjects (Wellcome Trust) and microbial research collections with the UK Health Security Agency. His 2020 book, The Cult of Youth, analyzes interwar rejuvenation practices.
Articles highlight his work on germ imagery, anthrax, regeneration, and medical patenting. Collaborations include the Thackray Museum of Medicine and Science Museum. Awards include the Royal Society Essay Prize (2016) and World Association for the History of Veterinary Medicine (2014), with a 2020 RHS fellowship.
