We are sorry to confirm the death of our friend and colleague Professor Tom Marsh. Our hearts go out to Tom's family, and to all his friends and colleagues.

There is an online book of condolence that is open to anyone who wishes to contribute.

Colleagues have written a tribute to Tom's extensive achievements and his many contributions to the department.

We are sorry to update that the body found by research teams last Thursday has been identified as that of our friend and colleague Professor Tom Marsh.

Our hearts go out to Tom's family, and to all his friends and colleagues.

There is a community update available on Insite, accompanied by a departmental tribute to Tom's extensive achievements and his many contributions to the department. An online book of condolence will follow shortly.

We are very sorry to share the news, as reported by the Chilean police, that a body was found during the search near La Silla on 10 November 2022.

The identity of the person has not yet been formally confirmed, but Tom Marsh’s family has been informed, and our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.

A community updateLink opens in a new window is available from the Provost, Chris Ennew.