Volume 22, Issue 1, March 2006

Table of Contents 22-1

From the Editor's Desk

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Those of you who have followed this column may be aware of the trials and tribulations of the recent past, as GGH faced an uncertain future. But, we are back on track and are delighted to advise you that GGH will forge ahead.

This issue brings to an end the era of the long-term sponsorship of GGH by Genentech, Inc. They generously supported this educational vehicle since its inception in 1985. On behalf of our readers and Editorial Board I extend our thanks for what they did for the journal. Their support allowed GGH to become established and develop into a highly sought-after journal. Growth, Genetics & Hormones is read by most pediatric endocrinologists worldwide and other specialists interested in the field of growth.

I am happy to report that we will enjoy an unrestricted educational grant from our new sponsor, INSMED (Glen Allen, Virginia). Thanks to them, we will continue publishing GGH as we have done for two decades and you will continue to receive GGH on a complementary basis.

While searching for the means to continue GGH, I was very motivated by countless colleagues who wrote of the high value they placed on GGH; many were willing to pay for a subscription to the journal if needed. I thank all of you who encouraged me, and in this way helped with the task of eliciting funding to serve the educational goals of our colleagues.

The Editorial Board has pledged their time and effort to review the latest advances in the field and grace us with their insightful comments. I am looking forward to a new era of GGH and to continue bringing you the most updated reviews and lead articles of interest to the readership. We will continue to enhance the impact of GGH and strive to ensure that readers continue to enjoy and treasure it.

Please keep me posted of your needs and recommendations for continuous enhancements. There are multiple journals and other means to stay informed, but none like this journal. Join me in extending your thanks and appreciation to our past sponsor and a heartfelt welcome and thanks to our new sponsor, INSMED, for making this possible.

Respectfully,
Fima Lifshitz, MD
FimaLifshitz@GGHjournal.com

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