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Cyril Hilsum, pioneer of flat-screen displays, dies
Original: Cyril Hilsum invented the flat-screen displays that hold us in thrall
An obituary for Cyril Hilsum, the physicist credited with inventing the liquid crystal technology behind modern flat-screen displays. The piece reflects on how his work at the UK's science establishments underpins the screens now central to daily life, and readers are discussing his legacy and the far-reaching impact of his research.
Why now: The publication of his obituary marks the death of a scientist whose invention shaped everyday modern technology.
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- Cyril Hilsum invented the flat-screen displays that hold us in thrall · sohkamyung · 21
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