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American Association for the Advancement of Science: In Memoriam - Scientist, Policymaker, Science Journal Editor Donald Kennedy
April 24, 2020
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- The American Association for the Advancement of Science issued the following news:

Donald Kennedy, a neurobiologist, teacher, academic leader, government official, and former editor-in-chief of Science magazine, died on April 21 of COVID-19 in a residential care home. He was 88.

Kennedy's passing drew a wave of admiration of a life dedicated to enriching and inspiring students, serving society, and supporting science and scientific research. . . .

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