I logged into NCBS website after a long interval... I am really shocked to see this news. That Dr Veronica had passed away... I met her in the EMBO Maggots meeting... I was inspired by Pioneering lab works in olfaction. I met her when i just completed my M.Sc., from University of Madras, She was the one who insisted me to clear the fellowship exam and made me to realise its importance. I still remember her patience in hearing to others thoughts and humble nature... Her absence is a great loss not only to NCBS but for the scientific world also.... I pray to god, let her soul rest in peace..... I express my deep grievance..... We miss you.....