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Read more at: In memory of Professor James 'Jim' Wilkes, 24 January 1932 – 6 December 2020
Jim Wilkes

In memory of Professor James 'Jim' Wilkes, 24 January 1932 – 6 December 2020

15 December 2020

We are saddened to report the death of alumnus and former faculty member, Professor Jim Wilkes. Sir David Harrison shares his personal memories of Jim.








Read more at: Founding father of fluidisation, Professor John Davidson, dies
John Davidson

Founding father of fluidisation, Professor John Davidson, dies

2 January 2020

We are saddened to report that our beloved Emeritus Professor John Davidson died early on Christmas day, aged 93, following a short illness.