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36 Med. Sci. & L. 1 (1996)

handle is hein.journals/mdsclw36 and id is 1 raw text is: Goode: Editorial 1 Editorial PROFESSOR A W GOODE This edition of Medicine Science and the Law is a landmark in the history of the journal. It is the first under new Editors and Editorial Board and in particular, the first for 25 years not to be edited by Professor Cameron. 'Taffy' Cameron's contribution to Medicine, Science and the Law has been prodigious, having been its focus and inspiration for a quarter of a century. It is appropriate not only to thank him for his great contribution but also to acknow- ledge his dynamism, unlimited generosity and good humour to all who have worked with him. Happily, it is not farewell but rather, in recog- nition of his services, it is the unanimous wish that he becomes our Consulting Editor. I am pleased to say that he has accepted this new position - a fulsome tribute from The British Academy of Forensic Sciences and the new Edi- torial Board. As we still have Professor Cameron's wis- dom and experience to hand, and in keeping with our view of the future, it will be a time of evolution not revolution. The first change is in the composition of the Editorial Board. There are now three section editors representing Medicine, Science and the Law with the Chair- man of the Editorial Board drawn from these and changing in rotation. As everyone sus- pected it shows that 'Taffy' Cameron is irreplaceable and has been replaced by a troika of editors! It is hoped that the section editors will stimulate and, indeed, commission articles within their own discipline. I am delighted that Dr Patrick Lincoln has accepted the position of Science Editor and His Honour Judge Lawrence will be the Legal Editor with myself as Medical Editor. It is also a pleasure to wel- come Mr Anthony Heaton-Armstrong to the Editorial Board who will increase the legal representation and bring particular expertise. The structure and composition of the new Edi- torial Board reflects the wide experience avail- able in the Academy to interpret the almost manic pace of innovation and change in medi- cine and science and the comprehensive development and extension of legislation and case law. Certainly, in a wider context medicine, sci- ence and the law seem to be at a crossroads, in particular the latter in its relationship with the other two disciplines and the role of all three in the context of a modern demanding and possi- bly not as well informed as it believes society. These strains have been manifest in the spate of medical negligence cases descending upon hospitals, with the doctors pointing their fin- gers at rapacious lawyers whom they consider may have base motives and lawyers saying doctors believe they should be above the law. In this polarization, only rancour and defensive practice can triumph unless all parties stop and think again. We should, within the Acad- emy, welcome the foresight of our founders who have provided us with an ideal platform in this modern world. The Academy's ethos has al- ways been the education of each discipline by the others and a considered standard of best practice viewed from our three standpoints. Now, above any time I can recall in my career, the role of the Academy will be crucial to influ- ence our common practice for the best interests of our patients or clients. The British Academy of Forensic Sciences is active, vibrant and stimulating; Medicine, Sci- ence and the Law is its mouthpiece and we will continue to publish refereed original articles of the highest standard, together with meeting reports and occasional review articles. Above all, it is your journal and we welcome any suggestions about any aspect of the publication and particularly views about regular future content.

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