World renowned Professor dies

TRIBUTES are being paid to world-renowned economist Professor Sir Clive Granger, who has died at the age of 74.

Sir Clive (above) spent more than 22 years at The University of Nottingham as an undergraduate, lecturer, reader and ultimately as a professor.

He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2003 and had a profound influence in economics over almost half a century.

Professor David Greenaway, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nottingham, said: "Clive was a towering intellect, irrepressibly curious, and a great simplifier and communicator.

"These traits, blended with his openness and complete lack of pretension, ensured he always had a positive impact on those around him.

"His contribution to Nottingham was enormous, a legacy to be proud of."

Sir Clive graduated from the University of Nottingham in 1955 with first class honours and joined the staff of the University in 1956.