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Hans Rosling
1948 - 2017
Hans Rosling
1948 - 2017
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BORN
1948
DIED
2017
Hans Rosling Obituary
He died about a year after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Born July 27, 1948, in Uppsala, Sweden, he studied statistics and medicine at Uppsala University in Sweden, and he studied public health in India. After receiving his medical degree, he tracked a rare disease in rural Africa and discovered its cure.
In 1993, Rosling co-founded the Swedish branch of the international humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders, a nongovernmental entity that helps people in war-torn and developing countries.
Rosling also presented famous TED talks about social and economic trends. In his 2007 TED talk, he also demonstrated his sword-swallowing skills.
"What sets Rosling apart isn't just his apt observations of broad social and economic trends, but the stunning way he presents them," his ted.com biography states. "Guaranteed: You've never seen data presented like this. By any logic, a presentation that tracks global health and poverty trends should be, in a word: boring. But in Rosling's hands, data sings. Trends come to life. And the big picture — usually hazy at best — snaps into sharp focus."
To help bring the statistics to life, Rosling used Trendalyzer software developed by his son and daughter-in-law, Ola and Anna Rosling. In 2007, Google purchased the software.
The Roslings also created a nonprofit foundation, Gapminder. Many of Hans Rosling's award-winning presentations may be viewed at the Gapminder website.
27 Entries
JP
February 12, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending sincere condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Please take comfort in knowing that he touched the lives of so many.
December 11, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's...My condolence..
Johan Theuninck
February 21, 2017
Dear Hans Rosling
Learned about you thanks to your presentation on poverty broadcasted on Belgian business television "Kanaal Z". Found you on internet via Gapminder.org and other sites. Thanks a lot for your clear explanations. My condolences to all of your Family.
Johan
Psalm 46:1
February 20, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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Valenda Newell
February 19, 2017
A WONDERFUL MIND IS MISSED, HANS BRILLANCE MADE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD OF OURS...THANKS FOR BLESSING US WITH SUCH EXCELLENCE....Prayers and Blessings to Family
michelle plakas-kaiser
February 17, 2017
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Carlotta
February 10, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Rosling family and friends at this difficult time.
February 10, 2017
Truly saddened to hear about Hans Rosling. Sending deepest condolences as we await the wonderful time when no one will ever again be sick, for this has been promised . . .
February 10, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Monica Sommer
February 9, 2017
So sad we lost a great man, one that is much needed in our turbulent world!
February 9, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to the family on the passing of your love one please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss may the god of all comforts you during this difficult time.2: corin 1 3-7
Cy
February 9, 2017
My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Adrian Barnette
February 8, 2017
We'll miss you !
February 8, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 8, 2017
To the family and friends, we pray that The God Of All Comfort continues to give you strength and peace during this most difficult time. So sorry for your loss!!
February 8, 2017
Mr Rosling seem to have done many great things for many people and that is a good thing. May the Almighty God of the universe give his family comfort and strength at this time of deep sorrow. God love and care for you.
Harry Simpson
February 8, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Angie the Fairytale
February 8, 2017
Every time i would meet Hans i would get to learn a ton of new stuff. Too bad i knew him for such a short period of time.
February 8, 2017
Make what you can of your life and you will never know what your accomplishments will bring about. Hans seems to have been a worker, and his work benefited others. My sincere condolence for your loss.
February 8, 2017
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Hans Rosling. May the peace of our most loving God be with you.
{Psalm 83:18}
February 8, 2017
My condolences to the family. May the God of tender mercies bring comfort to the family at this time. Psalms 83:18.
February 8, 2017
My sympathy to the family.
J S
February 8, 2017
Hope that soon pancreas cancer will no longer exist across the globe. For today there is no help to overcome this disease that takes lives young & old.
Thank you Hans Rosling for all you did to help those in need.
Rosling co-founded the international humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders, a nongovernmental entity that helps people in war-torn and developing countries.
R D
February 8, 2017
The family and friends of Hans Rosling have my deepest sympathy for the loss of their dear beloved one. May you have peace and comfort from God during this most difficult time. 2 Con. 1:3,4
Verge Brinson
February 8, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. May you find comfort in the many fond memories and happy time all shared with Dr Hans Rosling.
February 8, 2017
Sorry for your loss. May you find peace and hope in the days ahead. Jeremiah 29:11.
Jane Dowling
February 8, 2017
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
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