Dr Frank Plummer passed away February 04, 2020. We learnt about his death news through a twitter post.
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Dr. Frank Plummer with the sad news of his death. The world lost a renowned scientist, academic and groundbreaking HIV/AIDS researcher. He was 67. ? https://t.co/ki0TONFXPt
— University of Manitoba (@umanitoba) February 4, 2020
Frank died at the age of 67. Deaddeath is yet to learn the cause of death as there is no information available now
Dr Frank Plummer was a Canadian scientist, academic and HIV/AIDS researcher. He was globally known specialist in infectious diseases whose work influenced public health policy in Canada and abroad.
The following are tributes made to Frank:
“I was basically on a path to death,” scientist Frank Plummer tells @ozm.
Then he learned about an experimental treatment for alcohol use disorder that would require drilling two nickel-sized holes into his skull. https://t.co/BS9oH1CnPm
— OneZero (@ozm) January 30, 2020
This is such sad news. Frank Plummer was a terrific scientist. Interviewed him scores of times, always straight-shooting, funny when appropriate & generous with his time. Too soon. https://t.co/yKGTnZdfy7
— Helen Branswell (@HelenBranswell) February 4, 2020
1/3 Deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of my friend and mentor, Dr. Frank Plummer. pic.twitter.com/mbcyQHY0tm
— Dr. Theresa Tam (@CPHO_Canada) February 4, 2020
I am very sad to hear of the untimely passing of Frank Plummer. Dr Plummer made highly significant contributions to world health – he should be remembered as a Canadian hero. Much love to his family.
Renowned Canadian scientist Frank Plummer dies in Kenya, where pic.twitter.com/NMgEJghJl5
— Patrick (@Haidian83) February 4, 2020
So gutted at Frank’s death. He and Jo had just arrived in Kenya to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the landmark collaboration on HIV. He was so looking forward to the trip. A giant of a man, who made immeasurable contributions to human lives and dignity https://t.co/s4UTE6Gv1l
— Lauren Dobson-Hughes (@ldobsonhughes) February 4, 2020