Craig David Applegate

Craig was a TA in a class at University of Vermont, where I graduated in December 1978. He was a great "resident" in the each-one-teach-one, with Michela Gallagher, "attending" who's now doing neuroscience work at Johns Hopkins University. They helped me (us) dream bigger and fly higher. I owe them some late homework, God willing we can get it turned in. RIP. Alex and Michael.

Craig was a wonderful mentor and friend. I was so sorry to see him leave U of R several years ago, and even more sorry that I lost touch with him. He was among the most brilliant of people across so many spheres of science, and his wry and dry sense of humor were second to none! Even to this day I often recount some of the hilarious stories and metaphors he used in helping budding neuroscientists to "get it" regarding the insight & essentials of brain research. Craig, you are a GEM and...

I began working for Craig at the University of Rochester 13 years ago. He taught me a lot about research and helped me get established here. My prayers are with his family.

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you comfort. Craig was one of my mentors in obtaining my PhD while at the University of Rochester. He was a wonderful mentor to be in Rochester as well as a friend. His influence on me remains to this day both in regards to conducting scientific research as well as what it means to be a caring person. My appreciation for everything he had done for me as a student carries over in my dealings with graduate students that I have in...