R.I.P. Sir Francis Graham-Smith 1923- 2025

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Sir Francis Graham-Smith, a prominent figure in British astronomy, passed away in 2025. His illustrious career included serving as a Fellow of the Royal Society and President of the Royal Astronomical Society, culminating in his knighthood in 1986. Andrew Lyne, an emeritus professor at The University of Manchester, highlighted Graham-Smith's significant impact as a teacher and mentor in the field of radio astronomy. His contributions have left a lasting legacy in the scientific community.

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Andrew Lyne, emeritus professor of radio astronomy at The University of Manchester, said: "Sir Francis was a towering figure in British astronomy, whose career spanned much of the history of radio astronomy itself, and as a teacher and mentor he enhanced the lives of many scientists, myself included."

Sir Francis was appointed a Fellow of the Royal Society and was a former President of the Royal Astronomical Society before being knighted in 1986.

Cambridge announcement below.

https://www.phy.cam.ac.uk/news/sir-francis-graham-smith-1923-2025/

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