We are proud to announce that Professor Kathryn Wood has been selected as the recipient of the ESOT Legacy Award 2025, the highest distinction awarded by the European Society for Organ Transplantation (ESOT). This award recognises trailblazers who have made extraordinary contributions to organ, tissue, and cell transplantation.
Upon receiving the news, Professor Wood expressed:
“It was a great honour and wonderful surprise to receive the message that I had been awarded the ESOT Legacy Award 2025. The strategies the immune system uses to respond to a transplant have fascinated me throughout my career. Working with talented scientists and clinical fellows undertaking research training in Oxford, many of whom remain active in the field, has been a great privilege. Working closely with clinical colleagues and patients at the Oxford Transplant Centre and with colleagues internationally enabled us to successfully translate our laboratory data on regulatory T cells therapy into a clinical trial in kidney transplantation. Information exchange and collaboration between scientists and clinicians will continue to ensure that new discoveries are effectively translated into clinical practice to improve outcomes in cell and organ transplantation.”
Professor Wood’s groundbreaking work in immunology and her pioneering research on regulatory T cell therapy have not only advanced kidney transplantation but have also set new standards in collaborative translational science. Her legacy continues to inspire the global transplant community and positively impact patient lives.
This prestigious award honours individuals whose dedication and innovation have shaped the future of transplantation. We are deeply privileged to count Professor Wood as a valued member of the ESOT community.
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate her achievements live at the closing plenary session of the #ESOTcongress 2025 in London. Witness the presentation of the ESOT Legacy Award, a moment of pride for us all.
