William J. Waddell, MD, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2014. Dr. Waddell chaired the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Louisville for 20 years (1977–1997). He began his academic career in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of North Carolina, from which he received a BA in Chemistry and MD degree. He was the founding president of the Ohio Valley Regional Chapter of the Society of Toxicology and served as the president of the Association of Medical Schools. His published obituary noted that "Over his career, he consulted with many drug and chemical companies, served as an expert witness on toxic tort cases, and served on many national committees." For additional information, please visit the Louisville Courier Journal website.