In Memoriam: Dr. John M. Laflen

The soil erosion research and soil and water conservation global community lost a treasured member on November 20, 2020, when Dr. John Matthew Laflen (Fig. 1) died. Always one with a friendly welcoming smile, John had hundreds of friends, both personally and professionally throughout the world. This article includes many of his professional and scientific contributions, and impacts from his research and outreach activities. (C) 2021 International Research and Training Center on Erosion and Sedimentation, China Water & Power Press. Publishing services by Elsevier B.V. on behalf of KeAi Communications Co. Ltd.

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Dr. John Matthew Laflen, a treasured member of the soil erosion research and soil and water conservation global community, passed away on November 20, 2020. Known for his friendly welcoming smile, John had hundreds of friends around the world, both personally and professionally. His professional and scientific contributions, as well as impacts from his research and outreach activities, have been highlighted in this article.