Remembering Prof. Valerian Tatarskii

Abstract

Prof. Valerian Tatarskii is recognized in the field of radio science as one of the founders of the theory of wave propagation in random media. His outstanding seminal works made a global impact on studies of propagation and scattering of electromagnetic and acoustic waves in the atmosphere and the ocean. His papers and books remain a source of wisdom for scores of researchers in this field around the world. In this article, we pay special tribute to his exceptional career and contributions to science.