Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Sir Geoff Palmer KT OBE

Join us in honouring Emeritus Professor Sir Geoff Palmer KT OBE– renowned academic, scientist, and human rights campaigner – and his enduring impact on society.

This special service will pay tribute to Sir Geoff’s remarkable contributions to science, education, and social justice, with speeches from distinguished guests, musical performances, and reflections on his extraordinary achievements.

The event is proudly hosted by Heriot-Watt University in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council, represented by the Rt Hon Lord Provost and the Lord Lieutenant of the City of Edinburgh.

Attendance is free and open to all. Please note that a large attendance is expected, and seating will be limited.

Important Information

Doors open: 10:00 AM

All guests are asked to be seated by 10:45 AM

Access to the Cathedral cannot be guaranteed once capacity is reached.

“Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not.”

Professor Emeritus Sir Geoff Palmer KT OBE

Testament to Sir Geoff’s extraordinary legacy is the Scholarship that bears his name.

Support the Sir Geoff Palmer Memorial Scholarship and empower a student to follow in Sir Geoff’s footsteps with a gift in his memory.

Memory Wall

A full obituary celebrating his life and legacy has been published online.

If you would like to read his story and, if you wish, leave a message of condolence or a personal memory, you can do so here.