Usher successes at CMVM Staff Recognition Awards 2026

Winners for this year's College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine Staff Recognition Awards were announced on 06 May 2026.

CMVM Staff Awards 2026

The celebration was hosted by David Argyle, Vice Principal and Head of the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and William Dick Chair of Veterinary Clinical Studies, at the Edinburgh Futures Institute.

We congratulate all colleagues across the College, but would like to make special mention of our immediate colleagues Sarah Wild and Luke Daines based in the Usher Institute.

Outstanding Colleague Award winner | Sarah Wild, Professor of Epidemiology

This award is given to an individual who inspires and encourages the people they work with. It recognises those who contribute to team performance by providing advice and support and helping others overcome obstacles to accomplish success. The winner is a dependable team player who shows integrity, empathy and respect for others, and who builds and maintains great working relationships.
 

Sarah Wild awarded by previous winner, Lorraine Jackson

Inclusion Award runner-up | Luke Daines, Senior Clinical Research Fellow

This award celebrates those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to inclusion. The award recognises those who foster a sense of belonging by creating a community where everyone feels valued and respected.   
 

Luke Daines

Many congratulations to everyone who was nominated, shortlisted and of course to all the winners. Thanks to everyone who took time to nominate colleagues, and to those who organised the awards and the event.

Image credit | Callum Bennets, Maverick Photo Agency

 

Further information

Staff recognition awards | College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine