Tom Kibble, Physicist .... Dies at 83

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Tom Kibble, a notable physicist who contributed significantly to the discovery of the Higgs mechanism, passed away at the age of 83 on June 2, 2016. Despite never receiving a Nobel Prize, his work laid the foundation for multiple discoveries that were honored with the award. Kibble was affiliated with Imperial College London and his research encompassed both fundamental interactions in physics and cosmological topology. His passing is mourned by the scientific community, which recognizes his substantial contributions to the field. Kibble's legacy continues to influence contemporary physics discussions.
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New York Times, 7-20-16: Obituary

Tom Kibble, Physicist Who Helped Discover the Higgs Mechanism, Dies at 83
By STEPH YINJULY 19, 2016

Though Tom Kibble never received a Nobel Prize in Physics, the consensus among his colleagues is that he deserved one. His research was at the root of at least three seminal discoveries that earned others the coveted prize.

Dr. Kibble, who died on June 2 in London at 83, was long associated with Imperial College London. His research spanned the scales of physics, explaining fundamental interactions among the building blocks of matter as well as theorizing about the topology of the cosmos.

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Thanks for letting us know. Its always so sad to see someone so talented leave us behind.
 
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