CTLS Honours the Legacy of Spencer Shorte

Spencer Shorte

Dear CTLS Members,

The Core Technologies in Life Sciences (CTLS) Association is deeply saddened and feels a profound sense of loss! Our founding president, Spencer Shorte, passed away on January 8, 2025-far too soon and leaving an irreplaceable void!

We at CTLS are deeply grateful for Spencer’s unwavering dedication and tireless efforts to strengthen our association and the core facilities community at large. He has been a passionate advocate for the professionalization of core facilities and their staff, ensuring that they receive the recognition and support they deserve. Spencer’s vision and leadership laid the foundation upon which CTLS continues to flourish today

Spencer, your memory will forever remain a beacon of inspiration. Your remarkable life, marked by mentorship, innovation, and a love for both science and humanity, has left a lasting impact. Our thoughts are with your family and all who mourn your loss, even as we celebrate the extraordinary life you lived and the countless lives you touched!

Sincerely,

Julia Fernandez-Rodriguez
President of CTLS

Here is the link to the book of condolences
in memoriam of Spencer Shorte:
https://hommage.inmemori.com/sshorte-e45je?utm_content=invite&utm_source=link&ref=67810d426312798cf761fba5&utm_medium=native