Two radiography researchers have been appointed to the Radiography journal SoR and European Federation of Radiographer Societies (EFRS) editorial fellowships for 2025 to 2027.
Dr Mairead Daly, a postdoctoral research associate in the division of cancer sciences at the University of Manchester, has received the SoR Radiography Journal Fellowship, while Dr Karen Brage, associate lecturer and researcher at UCL University College, Denmark, was awarded the EFRS Fellowship.
The two will now gain experience in these developmental roles, which aim to provide training in editorial skills, including manuscript evaluation, the peer review process, manuscript production and publication, and journal outreach.
'More impactful than I envisaged'
During the fellowship period, both Dr Daly and Dr Brage will be required to lead on a project linked to the journey strategy, will become members of the International Advisory Board of Radiography, and will be invited to join Editorial Board meetings as observers.
Editor in chief for Radiography journal, Professor Jonathan McNulty expressed his delight in welcoming two new fellows to the journal and congratulated the outgoing fellows on their work over the past two years.
He said: "This scheme has been more impactful than I envisaged when first proposing it, and I am truly grateful to the SoR, the EFRS, and also Elsevier for their support. I am delighted that our inaugural SoR editorial fellow, Dr Adéle Stewart-Lord, is continuing with the journal as one of our recently appointed associate editors.
“Likewise, Dr Bo Mussmann, the inaugural EFRS editorial fellow, will contribute to support the activities of the journal as a newly appointed member of our International Advisory Board.
"Following an extremely competitive application process, we are delighted to be able to confirm the appointments of Mairead and Karen who will be valuable members of our journal team over the next two years as we continue to grow the journal, its value across the profession, as well as across other professions, and its global impact."
'To inspire, motivate, and remove barriers'
Dr Mairead Daly also holds an honorary position as a research radiographer at The Christie National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust. This joint role enables her to maintain a strong connection between academic research and clinical practice.
Prior to her academic career, she worked in a range of clinical and specialist therapeutic radiography roles for 10 years in the NHS. She was awarded her PhD in 2024 from the University of Manchester, with her research focused on evaluating respiratory motion management strategies for abdominal radiotherapy.
Mairead commented: “I hope to learn more about the editorial process and to build on my existing experience as an author and reviewer through the SoR Editorial Fellowship. My goal is to inspire, motivate, and help remove barriers for other radiographers to undertake their own research. I’m excited to contribute to the dynamic team at Radiography - and to leave a meaningful mark for the future.”
'Research belongs to everyone'
Dr Karen Brage is a radiographer, researcher, and educator with over 15 years of experience. She currently serves as associate lecturer and researcher at UCL University College, and as an adjunct lecturer at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, where she leads the postgraduate sonography programme.
She also holds the role of subject editor for radiology and radiography at the National Danish Encyclopedia.
Her research focuses on radiation safety, imaging quality, and the evolving professional roles of radiographers. Dr Brage leads Denmark's first nationwide project using the National Dosimetry Register to investigate occupational radiation exposure among healthcare professionals.
Dr Brage stated: “I believe that research belongs to everyone. My motivation as an Editorial Fellow is to support radiographers, at all career stages, in developing and sharing work that reflects the realities of practice and the values of our profession.
“I am especially interested in helping amplify underrepresented voices and bridging academic rigour with clinical relevance. It is a privilege to support Radiography as a space where diverse perspectives and high-quality evidence meet to shape the future of our field.”
(Image: (L) Dr. Karen Brage, (R) Dr. Mairead Daly)