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Peter SATIR Obituary

SATIR, PETER, Ph.D. It is with great sadness that we mourn the death of our longtime, beloved faculty member, who was distinguished professor emeritus and former chair of anatomy & structural biology. A pioneer in cilia biology, Peter was renowned internationally for a number of important contributions, including the role of the primary cilium, present in all cells, in development and disease. Within his field, he was noted for his "ingenious use of structural analysis" in biomedical research. A symposium held in his honor highlighted his contributions to the field and to academia at Einstein, through both mentoring and recruitment of internationally recognized investigators. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Birgit, his wife, and our colleague. His warmth, collegiality, and congeniality will be deeply missed. Ruth L. Gottesman, Ed.D. Chair, Einstein Board of Trustees Gordon F. Tomaselli, M.D. The Marilyn and Stanley M. Katz Dean Albert Einstein College of Medicine

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 20, 2022.

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Ray H. Gavin

August 7, 2022

I am saddened to learn of the passing of my friend and colleague in science. I met Peter in 1964 when I attended my first ASCB meeting, and over the years, his thoughtful criticism helped me move forward with my research agenda. I am grateful for his criticism and guidance. I offer my deepest sympathy to Birgit.

Elena López Mancebo

July 21, 2022

Mi más sentido pésame a la familia. Un beso enorme a Adam y Pepa. Rezaré por él. Descanse en paz.

Clara Sánchez-Marin

July 21, 2022

Yo no conocía a Peter, pero si a su hijo Adam y a su nuera Pepa, y gracias a ellos era como si lo conociera por las cosas maravillosas que contaban de él y de su mujer. Descanse en paz, se ha perdido un gran hombre y sus hijos y familia todo mi cariño y apoyo. Muchos besos Adam y Pepa

Anthony Moss

July 20, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He was a wonderful presence at the annual ASCB meetings and was a kind and generous host when I visited his lab and the department many years ago. A giant in our field; he will be sorely missed.

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