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Heartbreaking story of a brilliant couple, Sergey and Victoria Gredeskul, two world-renowned physicists who found peace in Israel—only to lose their lives in the tragic October 7th attacks. Their legacy of science, art, and humanity lives on. 💔 #NeverForget #ScienceHeroes

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1/ Sergey Gredeskul was a world-class physicist from Ukraine, specializing in disordered systems and solid-state physics. His work changed how we understand electron behavior in non-crystalline materials.

3/ The couple had plans to return to Ukraine to be closer to their daughter and grandson, but the 2022 war halted their plans. Instead, they remained in their long-time home in the town of Ofakim, Israel.

4/ On October 7th, 2023, Hamas terrorists breached the city of Ofakim during their brutal assault. Victoria and Sergey were shot in their home, leaving behind a legacy of scientific brilliance and human kindness.

5/ Sergey authored over 100 scientific papers and was instrumental in shaping our understanding of disordered materials. He also inspired generations of students through his dedication to teaching.

6/ Their friends describe Sergey as a brilliant scientist and a deeply cultured man, passionate about classical music, and always willing to help others, whether in physics or in daily life.

7/ Though their lives ended in tragedy, the couple leaves behind a legacy that will continue to impact the worlds of science, art, and education for years to come.

8/ Their story is a reminder of the extraordinary people lost in acts of terror, and the incredible contributions they made to humanity. Rest in peace, Sergey and Victoria. #NeverForget

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2/ Victoria Gredeskul, also a physicist, made significant contributions to magneto-optics and education. Together, they were pillars of both the scientific community and their personal lives.