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Cyril Hilsum, former GEC research boss and Institute of Physics president, dies aged 101
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Physicsworld
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Sept. 25, 2026, 4:47 p.m.
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Institute of Physics
Cyril Hilsum
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Cyril Hilsum, a prominent figure in the development of liquid crystal technology and former president of the Institute of Physics, has passed away at the age of 101. His contributions significantly impacted commercial applications in the field.
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