Renowned Ghanaian-American scientist and inventor of fiber optics, Dr Thomas Mensah, has died at age 74.
A press release launched by the household on Thursday, March 28, mentioned that the famend inventor, who had been instrumental in revolutionizing telecommunications and know-how, succumbed to sickness the Kumasi Catholic Hope Exchange Hospital following.
“DrThomas Mensah died on the twenty seventh March 2024 at Kumasi Catholic Hope Exchange Hospital. The unhappy prevalence of Dr. Mensah’s demise was on account of quick sickness.
“The family hereby announces to the general public of the sadden occurrence. Dr. Thomas Mensah has died at the age of 74,” the assertion mentioned.
The Adisadel College Old Boys Association official X deal with additionally confirmed the demise of Dr. Mensah.
BREAKING🏁: Dr Thomas O. Mensah, Inventor of Fibre Optics and Nanotechnology Commercialization, has handed away🕊️.
He was identified on the worldwide stage for his vital contributions within the area of fibre optics and nanotechnology.
He was a proud Santaclausian. Rest properly, Sir🏁 pic.twitter.com/t0zg01iA9h
— Adisadel College Old Boys Association (@UGadisco) March 28, 2024
“He was known on the global stage for his significant contributions in the field of fibre optics and nanotechnology.”
Global communications networks have been enormously impacted by Dr Mensah’s improvements, which have made monumental contributions to the world of know-how.
His groundbreaking breakthrough in fibre optics enabled high-speed knowledge switch, revolutionising numerous industries and contributing to the success of the digital age.