Join us for a Translational Science Grand Rounds, "Insights into manuscript selection at The Lancet," presented by Stuart Spencer, PhD, Senior Executive Editor, The Lancet.

The Lancet is the most influential scientific journal in the world with a Journal Impact Factor of 202.7 in 2022.

Dr. Spencer joined The Lancet in 1999 and throughout his time there has led the Fast Track team that aims to select, review, and publish prestigious manuscripts within 4 weeks of receipt.  Although dealing with all areas of research, he primarily focuses on the cardiology submissions.

Before joining The Lancet, Stuart was a full-time researcher leading various research teams in scoliosis, growth, neuroendocrinology, immunology, and fetal development. He has held posts both in academia and industry in the UK, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and New Zealand. He has also had two senior research fellowships at Leuven University, Belgium, a Senior Fellowship in bioethics for 5 years, visiting professorships at King’s College, London and Hong Kong University, and received an honorary Doctor of Medicine from Umea University, Sweden.