The positive impact that Chris Abell made cannot be overstated. A kind, generous and brilliant man, Chris touched the lives of many more than can ever be counted. As a researcher and entrepreneur, he was sensitive to the growing needs of the postdoc community and the potential that this next generation holds. A true visionary, Chris was instrumental in establishing the Entrepreneurial Postdocs of Cambridge group, which has gone on in turn to support numerous start-ups, jobs, and life-changing innovations. His professional seniority was never a barrier; he would always roll up his sleeves if needed, would mentor anyone he thought he could help, and would attack any problem – no matter its scale – with a clarity of thought that was difficult to match. Above all else, Chris started things, got things done, and supported others to do the same in a way that was truly inspirational.
The untimely loss of Chris Abell is a tragedy that will be felt across Cambridge and beyond for a long time to come.
Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this enormously difficult moment.
On behalf of the EPOC Committee,
Entrepreneurial Postdocs of Cambridge
The positive impact that Chris Abell made cannot be overstated. A kind, generous and brilliant man, Chris touched the lives of many more than can ever be counted. As a researcher and entrepreneur, he was sensitive to the growing needs of the postdoc community and the potential that this next generation holds. A true visionary, Chris was instrumental in establishing the Entrepreneurial Postdocs of Cambridge group, which has gone on in turn to support numerous start-ups, jobs, and life-changing innovations. His professional seniority was never a barrier; he would always roll up his sleeves if needed, would mentor anyone he thought he could help, and would attack any problem – no matter its scale – with a clarity of thought that was difficult to match. Above all else, Chris started things, got things done, and supported others to do the same in a way that was truly inspirational.
The untimely loss of Chris Abell is a tragedy that will be felt across Cambridge and beyond for a long time to come.
Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this enormously difficult moment.
On behalf of the EPOC Committee,
Entrepreneurial Postdocs of Cambridge
