Rod was such an enthusiastic and collaborative person. Always willing to listen and dive into discussions on most any topic. So very sorry to hear of his passing.
Rod was an inspiration and a joy to be with, a wonderful generator and analyzer of new ideas. He inspired me in collaboration with his sense of inquiry and of fairness, and supported my development as a scientist greatly. And, he brought that dedication to the Lab and our work environment broadly through things like his work to improve the staff committee. He was always great fun to be with, and an inspiration in both work and his love for his family. I am grateful to have known him.
This is a shock and sad to hear. I mainly interacted with Rod on the Lab Staffing Committee but he was so welcoming and full of energy, reaching out to meet over lunch and further build connections across the lab. We also both hail from Bristol… Condolences and love to his family in this time…
Rod was a brilliant scientist with a heart of gold. He had a deep understanding of the structure of heavy nuclei, and and even deeper appreciation for the humanity of the people he worked with. Rod shared shared his knowledge and good humor freely with his colleagues, early career scientists, students and staff alike. Taking time to engage everyone at Building 88 including scientists, technical staff, postdocs and maintenance personnel. They were all simply colleagues to him. He was a dear friend and will be terribly missed.
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Rod was such an upbeat, optimistic presence in the Division. He will be greatly missed.
Rod was such an enthusiastic and collaborative person. Always willing to listen and dive into discussions on most any topic. So very sorry to hear of his passing.
Rod was an inspiration and a joy to be with, a wonderful generator and analyzer of new ideas. He inspired me in collaboration with his sense of inquiry and of fairness, and supported my development as a scientist greatly. And, he brought that dedication to the Lab and our work environment broadly through things like his work to improve the staff committee. He was always great fun to be with, and an inspiration in both work and his love for his family. I am grateful to have known him.
This is a shock and sad to hear. I mainly interacted with Rod on the Lab Staffing Committee but he was so welcoming and full of energy, reaching out to meet over lunch and further build connections across the lab. We also both hail from Bristol… Condolences and love to his family in this time…
Rod was a brilliant scientist with a heart of gold. He had a deep understanding of the structure of heavy nuclei, and and even deeper appreciation for the humanity of the people he worked with. Rod shared shared his knowledge and good humor freely with his colleagues, early career scientists, students and staff alike. Taking time to engage everyone at Building 88 including scientists, technical staff, postdocs and maintenance personnel. They were all simply colleagues to him. He was a dear friend and will be terribly missed.