What can NCI do to move the field forward?
Each Think Tank was unique in scope and maturity of the field, so each had subtly different goals and had to be organized somewhat differently. Accordingly, the organizers of each Think Tank were given guidelines or “points to consider,” rather than firm rules. These organizational guidelines are included as Appendix A. A critical element of every Think Tank was the selection of outside co-chairs. These individuals are distinguished scientists with unusual breadth of vision in the area to be discussed and strong organizational ability. They were recruited very early in the planning process, and played a leading role in identifying other participants, defining the critical questions to be discussed and setting the agenda. They were also involved in assembling the reports included here, and generally took the lead if an account of the Think Tank was prepared for publication in an appropriate scientific journal. In every case, the recommendations included in the Think Tank reports are tho
