Obituary. In memory of Prof. dr. Frans Claas

It is with great sadness that EFI heard about the sudden death of our dear friend and colleague Prof. Frans Claas, aged 73 years. He passed away suddenly on Sunday 2nd February 2025 while on holiday in South Africa.

Frans was a founder member of EFI and a true ambassador for H&I, serving as EFI President between 2002-2004. but he also chaired the Scientific Committee, and edited the EFI Newsletter for many years. Frans also worked tirelessly with Europdonor (Matchis), Eurotransplant, the Dutch Transplantation Foundation, Eurocord and ASHI.

Above all, Frans was supremely generous in sharing his knowledge and expertise worldwide and was a great believer in the strength of international collaboration.
 
Our thoughts and sincere condolences extend to Frans's wife, Ilse, and family, also to his colleagues and close friends throughout the world at this difficult time.

Marco Andreani, EFI President
Dave Roelen, EFI Secretary
Kay Poulton, EFI Deputy-Secretary