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Professor Peter Wells CBE (1936–2017) was a pioneering figure in medical ultrasound and medical physics. He held the position of Distinguished Research Professor at Cardiff University from 2011, and previously served as Professor of Physics and Engineering in Medicine at Bristol University (2000–2004). His academic roles included Chief Physicist at United Bristol Healthcare NHS Trust and Professor of Medical Physics at the Welsh National School of Medicine.
Education:
- BSc Electrical Engineering, Aston University (1958)
- MSc Physics, University of Bristol (1963)
- PhD Zoology, University of Bristol (1966)
- DSc, University of Bristol (1978)
Research Interests: Revolutionized clinical practice through ultrasonics applications, including diagnostic and surgical tools. Advanced medical imaging techniques such as ultrasonic breast screening and high-speed ultrasound scanning. His work intersected biomedical engineering, physics, and clinical medicine.
Awards:
- Royal Medal (Royal Society, 2013)
- Sir Frank Whittle Medal (Royal Academy of Engineering, 2014)
- CBE (2009) for services to healthcare science
- Fellowships: Royal Society, Royal Academy of Engineering, Academy of Medical Sciences
Professional Activities: Editor-in-Chief of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (1992–2006), President of the British Institute of Radiology (1985–86), and held leadership roles in global medical physics organizations. Authored 18 books, 170 peer-reviewed papers, and contributed to 23 journals.
Legacy: His innovations in medical ultrasound transformed global clinical practices. Cardiff University’s obituary highlights his work on CT scanning advancements and ultrasonic technologies.
