EDITORS’ NOTE

Abstract

It was with great sadness that we heard that Dr Alan Rodgman passed away in December 2013 only a few months before his 90th birthday. For this issue, his friend, colleague, and collaborator, Dr Charles Green, has kindly consented to write a tribute to Dr Rodgman ́s life. As an author, Dr Rodgman published 15 full papers in our journal. As a member of our Advisory Board from 1976–1987, he was a most conscientious reviewer who took infinite care and trouble in order to improve the manuscripts he was asked to review. In an inofficial capacity, he was always willing to offer support even after his retirement from the board. In this issue, we would like to honour this eminent and distinguished scientist in tobacco research of many decades by publishing his impressive list of publications provided by Dr Green.