As we come to the end of 2011, several members of the Genome Biology Editorial Board give their views on the state of play in genomics

Abstract

As we come to the end of 2011, Genome Biology has asked some members of our Editorial Board for their views on the state of play in genomics. What was their favorite paper of 2011? What are the challenges in their particular research area? Who has had the biggest influence on their careers? What advice would they give to young researchers embarking on a career in research? © 2011 BioMed Central Ltd.