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Antarctic science legend Peter Barrett has died

Original: We've lost quite simply a legend in Antarctic science both in Aotearoa and internationally. Peter Barrett left us over t

Peter Barrett, described as a legend of Antarctic science both in New Zealand and internationally, died over the weekend. Tributes describe him as someone who, in keeping with his character, left colleagues with a list of tasks and challenges to carry on. His contributions to Antarctic research and climate science are being widely remembered.

Why now: News of the death of a major figure in Antarctic and climate research prompted an outpouring of tributes.

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• We've lost quite simply a legend in Antarctic science both in Aotearoa and internationally. Peter Barrett left us over the weekend - and in keeping with his way of doing things - left us with a list of tasks and challenges. # PeterBarrett # Antarctica # Climate img from Linkd%in · wavygk@mastodon.nz · 33

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