Since its launch in 1964, Journal of Medical Genetics has provided readers with reports of original research in medical genetics. Published monthly, the journal covers a range of topics from basic research on medically relevant aspects of the human genome to clinical reports, diagnostic methods and psychosocial aspects of clinical genetics. Areas of special interest include: Molecular genetics and its clinical application; Cancer genetics; Dysmorphology: the delineation and genetic basis of new syndromes; Ethical and social aspects of medical genetics.