In every creative field—be it a scientist working in a laboratory, a journalist engaged in field work, an architect, a chef even— there comes a moment when a crossroad appears on the way ahead. The crossroad reveals itself only to the talented. In the case of the scientist or journalist, it will unveil itself to one who consistently produces high quality research himself or herself yet has the empathy to mentor youngsters. Someone who is accepted by peers as one of the best in the chosen area of