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Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Former UC Berkeley engineering professor dies at 74

Kal Sastry, a UC Berkeley materials science and engineering professor emeritus remembered for his unique life philosophies and his love for the Berkeley community, died Friday night. He was 74.
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