Are there areas where intense R&D spending is a response to market opportunities?
Absolutely, particularly in two areas. One is on the chemistry side, especially in relation to the new Dimension Vista product. We have been spending at a very high level for many years, at double-digit levels, to bring a new product to market in the field, because the potential is so great. The second area is coagulation, where we are the number one player and have the highest dollar spend. In addition, we have an incredible relationship with Sysmex in Japan, where they fund the development of instruments. With companies of this caliber coming together, the power of that investment is fantastic. We do not believe that anyone can match it, and it is going to pay off for our customers. Are there areas for instance, in molecular technologies where you are not active but would like to be, or where you simply do not plan to get involved? I can honestly say that I have no interest in going into molecular technology today, for a number of reasons. First and foremost, we have made a commitmen
