SCIENTIST Robert Lamb has been awarded an honorary professorship by Heriot-Watt University, in Edinburgh.
Mr Lamb, who specialises in laser technology, has received the title from the school of engineering and physical sciences.
The 42-year-old is originally from Darlington and is a former pupil of Dodmire Junior School, Hummersknott Comprehensive School and Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College.
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