28-10 2020 07:33
wrote:
I have had the honour and privilege of calling Chris my PhD supervisor. I will miss our occasional (for me) Sunday long runs where I would inevitably end up as the laggard among their group of venerable sexagenarians and septuagenarians, whence Chris would threaten to carry me on his back unless I ran the final few paces on my own. As a mentor, Chris was firm and gentle in equal measure, but what was never in question was his desire to bring out the absolute best in his students and team. Despite his numerous appointments and elevated standing, he remained down-to-earth and available to the group in times of need, and was always generous with his time, intellect and resources. Cambridge and the world have lost a truly unique, inspiring individual and his relentless energy and quick wit will be sorely missed. No doubt that his legacy will be carried on in myriad forms by the countless lives he has touched. Condolences to dear Katherine and family.
28-10 2020 07:33
wrote:
I have had the honour and privilege of calling Chris my PhD supervisor. I will miss our occasional (for me) Sunday long runs where I would inevitably end up as the laggard among their group of venerable sexagenarians and septuagenarians, whence Chris would threaten to carry me on his back unless I ran the final few paces on my own. As a mentor, Chris was firm and gentle in equal measure, but what was never in question was his desire to bring out the absolute best in his students and team. Despite his numerous appointments and elevated standing, he remained down-to-earth and available to the group in times of need, and was always generous with his time, intellect and resources. Cambridge and the world have lost a truly unique, inspiring individual and his relentless energy and quick wit will be sorely missed. No doubt that his legacy will be carried on in myriad forms by the countless lives he has touched. Condolences to dear Katherine and family.
