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An interview with Professor A. Koneti Rao reflects on his personal life, career in science, and views on the past and future of the journal Platelets.
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Personal reflections on platelet research history; leaves open future journal priorities and research directions.
Professor A. Koneti Rao has made many critical contributions to the field of platelet research for over forty years. He joined the editorial board of Platelets as a Principal Editor in 1989 before the start of the journal and the appointment of Stan Heptinstall, who was Editor-in-Chief for 25 years. Professor Rao retired from the editorial board in 2018. This article is based on an interview with Professor Rao that took place prior to the Platelets Editorial Board meeting and lunch in 2019 during the ISTH Congress in Melbourne. Professor Rao was presented with a plaque in recognition of his service to the journal. The article is a reflection on Professor Rao’s personal life and his career in science, along with his views on the past and future of Platelets. Professor Rao continues to serve as a referee for the journal.
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