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Peter Higgs, who predicted the existence of the Higgs Boson, has died at 94
(mailings.ed.ac.uk)
Amazing scientist and all round decent man. I'm glad he lived to see his particle found, or probably found, or whatever the current state of the debate is.
I especially appreciate him for saying these sorts of things, to colleagues, journalists and anyone else who might listen:
Peter Higgs: I wouldn't be productive enough for today's academic system
A long life, lived well. RIP