San Francisco, CA—Linda Geddes has been awarded the inaugural Award for Excellence in Science and Medical Journalism from The Endocrine Society. The winning article, "Superhuman," appeared in the July 2007 issue of New Scientist.

The award was created to recognize outstanding reporting that enhances the public understanding of health issues pertaining to the field of endocrinology.

In her article, Geddes investigates what it takes to be an elite endurance athlete. She finds some athletes may excel naturally because their genes and hormone levels work together to create incredibly efficient cellular mechanisms for producing energy.

The award consists of a presentation piece, $2,000 honorarium, and travel expenses to San Francisco, Calif. to receive the award. The award was presented by Margaret Shupnik, Ph.D., president of The Endocrine Society, at ENDO 08, the annual meeting of the Society.

More information on The Endocrine Society Award for Excellence in Science and Medical Journalism is available at: http://www.endo-society.org/media/Journalism-Award.cfm

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Founded in 1916, The Endocrine Society is the world's oldest, largest, and most active organization devoted to research on hormones and the clinical practice of endocrinology. Today, The Endocrine Society's membership consists of over 14,000 scientists, physicians, educators, nurses and students in more than 80 countries. Together, these members represent all basic, applied, and clinical interests in endocrinology. The Endocrine Society is based in Chevy Chase, Md. To learn more about the Society, and the field of endocrinology, visit our web site at www.endo-society.org.