Dr. Gregory Brent is this year’s recipient of the John B. Stanbury Thyroid Pathophysiology Medal

Dr. Gregory Brent, senior academic vice chair and chief of the endocrinology division, is this year’s recipient of the John B. Stanbury Thyroid Pathophysiology Medal. The American Thyroid Association awards the Stanbury to outstanding researchers in recognition of their contributions, either conceptual or technical, to the understanding of thyroid physiology or the pathophysiology of thyroid disease, as evidenced by having a major impact on research or clinical practice related to thyroid diseases. The award reflects Dr. Brent’s leadership in foundational research in thyroid hormone action, especially actions in metabolic regulation and the brain, and groundbreaking work in the regulation of iodine transport in models of breast and thyroid cancer.