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MIT's Pioneering Professor William Thilly Dies at 79

1/10/2025

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William Thilly, a trailblazing MIT professor in Biological Engineering, passed away on December 24 at the age of 79. Renowned for his groundbreaking work in human genetic mutation and the creation of the TK6 assay, Thilly's legacy extends beyond research; he passionately mentored students and championed scholarships for the underserved. He leaves behind his wife and five children.

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William Thilly, a trailblazing MIT professor in Biological Engineering, passed away on December 24 at the age of 79. Renowned for his groundbreaking work in human genetic mutation and the creation of the TK6 assay, Thilly's legacy extends beyond research; he passionately mentored students and championed scholarships for the underserved. He leaves behind his wife and five children.