11-03 2021 16:31
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I first met Denis when I was nearing the end of my PhD because we had a mutual friend. I continued to 'bump into' Denis regularly at academic events since that time. He was always supportive and respectful of me and my research. Denis, my friend and I would often hang out socially at these events. I have many fond memories of Denis' intellect, wit and kindness. I recall the time in a hotel lobby when Denis spent hours telling us about the most amazing woman he had met (and with whom he eventually spent the rest of his life) - we were so pleased for him. I also recall the time when Denis and I decided to showcase our joint interest/expertise in dancing during a Research Poster Presentation as some of our bemused colleagues looked on. However, much to our surprise, it did not go very well, and we couldn't figure out why. We each criticised the other for lacking the necessary skills - but much later, I realised that while I was trying to follow the Ballroom Tango, Denis was trying to lead the Argentine Tango - very different dances indeed! And, another example of why clear communication is important. Denis' research in the topic of communication has over the years played a much larger role in my own research, and I am so grateful to have known the author of those articles that I now cite. I will miss him. I send my deepest sympathies to the family he has left behind.
11-03 2021 16:31
wrote:
I first met Denis when I was nearing the end of my PhD because we had a mutual friend. I continued to 'bump into' Denis regularly at academic events since that time. He was always supportive and respectful of me and my research. Denis, my friend and I would often hang out socially at these events. I have many fond memories of Denis' intellect, wit and kindness. I recall the time in a hotel lobby when Denis spent hours telling us about the most amazing woman he had met (and with whom he eventually spent the rest of his life) - we were so pleased for him. I also recall the time when Denis and I decided to showcase our joint interest/expertise in dancing during a Research Poster Presentation as some of our bemused colleagues looked on. However, much to our surprise, it did not go very well, and we couldn't figure out why. We each criticised the other for lacking the necessary skills - but much later, I realised that while I was trying to follow the Ballroom Tango, Denis was trying to lead the Argentine Tango - very different dances indeed! And, another example of why clear communication is important. Denis' research in the topic of communication has over the years played a much larger role in my own research, and I am so grateful to have known the author of those articles that I now cite. I will miss him. I send my deepest sympathies to the family he has left behind.
