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Kathryn Mitchell

b. 1963

Vice chancellor of Derby University

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About Kathryn Mitchell

Born 1963. Kathryn Mitchell is a British.

Kathryn Mary Mitchell, (born May 1963 ) is the vice-chancellor of the University of Derby.

Early life Mitchell was born and brought up in St Helens in Lancashire. Her father died when she was young, and she was brought up by her mother, who was a deputy head. Mitchell attended the Notre Dame High School, a direct grant grammar school, before going on to the University of York to read psychology.

Career She became a biological psychologist after largely teaching herself molecular biology.

Mitchell became a Wellcome fellow studying neurotransmitters at the Institute of Psychiatry in London. This work was related to Alzheimer's disease, and she was able to work with Nobel laureate Paul Greengard. She was also pro vice-chancellor academic and student support services and dean of students at West London University.

Mitchell was appointed as vice chancellor of the University of Derby in July 2015, succeeding John Coyne, who retired. She is the first woman vice chancellor at the University of Derby.

She is a Deputy Lieutenant of Derbyshire.

She was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2022 New Year Honours for services to higher education.

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Important facts

Born
1963, St Helens
Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of York
Employers
University of Derby, King's College London
Awards
Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Also known as
Kathryn Mary Mitchell

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kathryn Mitchell?

Vice chancellor of Derby University

When was Kathryn Mitchell born?

Kathryn Mitchell was born in 1963 in St Helens.

What nationality is Kathryn Mitchell?

Kathryn Mitchell is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Kathryn Mitchell

Β· Wikidata: Q21750252

Β· DBpedia: Kathryn Mitchell (biological psychologist)

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