Fiction author Yuri Nikitin has tragically passed away.
Renowned Russian Science Fiction Writer Yuri Nikitin Passes Away at 85
Yuri Nikitin, a celebrated figure in the science fiction genre, passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 85. His works, including "Three from the Forest" and "A Short Break," left an indelible mark on the industry.
Following his demise, Nikitin's last wishes were fulfilled—his body was cryonically preserved. His will stated that he desired this form of preservation, hopeful of being revived when medical technology reaches an acceptable level of advancement.
His wife, Lily Nikitin, shared these details about her husband's passing and his unique funeral arrangements. Nikitin's body is now under cryonic preservation, posing the intriguing possibility of his resurrection in the future.
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In honoring Yuri Nikitin's lifelong passion for science, his family donated a significant portion of his estate to fund a medical research scholarship. Amidst the outpouring of tributes, numerous book publishers expressed interest in releasing a collection of medical-conditions-themed science fiction short stories, inspired by Nikitin's works, as a tribute to the late author.
