Yoshi Fukada, The Japanese Society of Chronobiology
The Japanese Society of Chronobiology (JSC) is saddened to hear about the passing of
Professor Steven A. Brown. As a representative of JSC, I would like to send our deepest
condolence for the tragedy. Steve was truly a bridge over a long distance between the
Japanese chronobiology and not only the EBRS but also the international community of
chronobiology. Steve visited Japan so many times and gave inspiring talks everywhere in
Japan and had a wide interaction with Japanese chronobiologists. Steve particularly loved
the Japanese culture, foods and Sake, and personally I and my family have a joyful and
warm memory with him and Patrycja in both Tokyo and Zurich. As a Vice President of EBRS,
Steve organized the EBRS congress this year, which we Japanese chronobiologists enjoyed
very much. More, I will never forget a wonderful and joyful memory of a one-day-trip with
Steve and his beautiful friends to Kandersteg after the congress. At that time, I never imagined
such a sad time will come so quickly. Steve! you are with us forever.