Nominated by: Rose Hepworth

I am nominating Professor Janis Jefferies in the Computing Department at Goldsmiths. Janis trained as a painter, is a big deal in contemporary textiles research, and is Professor of Visual Arts in our department. She has contributed a huge amount to the department and to Goldsmiths. She is a role model for me for her feminism, her professional achievements, and because no matter how busy she is, she always has time to help and encourage others. I remember her finding time in her day to help me prepare for my viva at another university last year and I will always be grateful to her.

Janis is a co-curator of the Hangzhou Triennial of Fiber Art.