From Kathy Partin:
Ken was invited to Colorado State University in 2009 to help us build out an RCR program. His talk is here: https://onlineethics.org/cases/ken-pimple-collection/best-case-scenario-organization-university-research His closing remarks are as relevant as ever, 16 years later: “Could the university become a village that embraces diversity, including tolerance for eccentricity; that believes in correcting behavior without condemning character; and that is committed to professionalism and procedural justice so that innocent differences and personality conflicts do not readily escalate into accusations of serious wrongdoing? I think so. I think you can do it.”
Ken was an amazing mentor! Ellen Fisher and I were two scientists at CSU who did RCR as a passion and second job. Ken guided our thinking and actions. Our meetings were productive and hysterical, as our two worlds collided. There was plenty of gentle poking of fun in both directions, as we sought to find a consensus vision. I remember so clearly sitting in our conference room, as we built out the workshop and our RCR program, laughing and talking and synergizing and building. It was so much fun, and such a powerful academic experience. Ken’s expertise was astounding. But that was surpassed by his collegiality, his kindness, his thoughtfulness, and his generosity. He made a lasting impact on my life, as I know he did for many others. Ken was a bright light and a guiding North Star.
My deepest condolences. He will be so missed.