Sir Geoff Palmer´s 'extraordinary life´ hailed at memorial celebration

Hundreds gathered in Edinburgh to honor Sir Geoff Palmer, Scotlands first black professor and former chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, celebrating his impactful legacy and contributions.

• The memorial service for Sir Geoff Palmer was held at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, drawing a large crowd to commemorate his extraordinary achievements.
• Sir Geoff Palmer, who passed away in June at the age of 85, was a prominent scientist in brewing and made significant contributions to both academia and social justice.
• As Scotlands first black professor and former chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, Sir Geoff Palmer paved the way for future generations in the field of education and politics.