In memoriam: Iván Vidal González, an exemplary young Puerto Rican scientist

Iván Vidal González

Iván Vidal González was a fifth year graduate student at the Ponce School of Medicine, in the lab of Dr. Gregory Quirk. He passed away in August 25, 2006, in Cabo Rojo, swept by the sea while successfully and heroically saving his girlfriend's life.

As written by Dr. Austin-Dailey, "Iván had a lot of friends....he touched people wherever he went. He was the pride and joy of his family. He was a first-generation college student and took such pride in his work. He was a great student, a great guy, and a good friend to all of us here. Most of all, he was so proud of his family and of being Puerto Rican."

We have put together this memorial page to remember Iv·n, his work and his contributions to science. We also use this opportunity to advertise Iván Vidal González Fellowship.

May his life and work serve as an inspiration to future generations of Puerto Rican scientists.