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A tribute to Richard D. Todd

We are to sad to announce that Richard D. Todd, Ph.D., M.D., a valued member of the Psychiatry Faculty, died from complications of leukemia on August 22, 2008. Dr Todd was the Blanche F. Ittleson Professor of Psychiatry and director of the William Greenleaf Eliot Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine.

His friend and colleague, Angela M. Reiersen, wrote this tribute to Dr Todd:

"Dr Todd obtained his Ph.D. in Biology at the University of Texas at Dallas and his M.D. at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He completed his general psychiatry residency at Stanford Medical School and his child & adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis.

Much of Dr Todd's research focused on genetic and environmental influences on early onset psychiatric disorders. His work included studies of early-onset mood disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and autism spectrum disorders.

Over the years, Dr Todd mentored a large number of young scientists, many of which have gone on to become leaders in the field of psychiatric research. Dr Todd had a real talent for identifying the strengths and weaknesses of his trainees and suggesting training opportunities appropriate for their skills and interests. Despite his own high level of success, Dr Todd was very approachable. He was very generous in providing resources to his trainees, and he made every effort to promote their success.

Dr Todd will be greatly missed by many friends and colleagues around the world. Fortunately, his influence will continue to benefit children with psychiatric disorders through the ongoing work of his many mentees and colleagues."

F1000 Medicine greatly appreciated Richard Todd's valuable contributions and constant enthusiasm for the service. We would like to offer our sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

Read Richard Todd's evaluations here.

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