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Introduction

On January 24, 2014, Nancy McCartney-Francis died before completing revisions for her manuscript, which is published in this edition of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology [1]. Because this manuscript was very important to Nancy, I have finalized her revisions to ensure its publication on her behalf as a testament to her efforts in this study and her life-long career in the field. In addition, this memorial section for Nancy highlights her many accomplishments and contributions in the field of leukocyte biology.

IN MEMORIAM: NANCY MCCARTNEY-FRANCIS 1950–2014

Nancy McCartney-Francis, Ph.D., a NIH immunologist, died January 24, 2014, at the age of 63 in North Potomac, MD, USA, from complications of systemic lupus erythematosus. Dr. Francis joined the NIH in 1981, and at the time of her death, she was a member of the NIDCR, NIH, in Bethesda, MD, USA. She leaves behind a legacy of scientific and personal accomplishments and also a multitude of colleagues, friends, and family who celebrate her life and mourn her loss. She was predeceased by her husband and parents.

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