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Editorial. Details the Addictions Horizons exercise organized by the journal 'Addiction' aimed at increasing involvement of the scientific constituency in the making of editorial choices. Intentions; Methods; Outcome.

Presents books on the study of addiction to alcohol and drugs. 'Mapping the Social Consequences of Alcohol Consumption,' edited by Harald Klingemann and Gerhard Gmel; 'Risk and Control in the Recreational Drug Culture: SONAR Project,' by A. Calafat, C. Fernandez, M.J. Jerez, M. Bellis, K. Bohrn, P. Hakkarainen, M. Kilfoyle-Carrington, A. Kokkevi, N. Maalste, F. Mendes, I. Siamou, J. Simon, P. Stocco and P. Zabatti.

Editorial. Evaluates the mission of the periodical `Addiction.' Definition of the mission of `Addiction'; Examination of the intentions of several types of the features that constitute the journal's regular output; Contribution of the features to the fulfillment of the periodical's central purpose; Emphasis on the commitment of the periodical to a partnership with its constituency.

Presents a reply to commentaries on the topic `Alcohol Policy and the Public Good,' which was published in the February and November issues of `Addiction.' Interaction between alcohol policies and national diversities; Aims and means of harm reduction; Bias as an issue.

The article discusses the practice of compulsorily detaining drug addicts under the pretext of treatment that is prevalent in developing countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam and China. This practice has fallen into disuse in developed countries due to ineffectiveness and human rights violation issues. Detention centers are often run by military or police personnel and are notorious for inhuman practices of detoxification with high relapse rates.

The author reflects on the priorities of the journal "Addiction" when evaluating submissions in the field of addiction. He mentions that the submissions should be able to emphasize the extent and nature of the problem worldwide, the effectiveness of the interventions and the improvement of research methods to become acceptable. He also notes the journal's close look on the originality and the conclusions of the submissions.

The authors reflect on the need for the abolishment of the death penalty for people convicted of drug trafficking and other drug-associated offences. They mention the responsibility of the international addictions science community to back the abolitionist cause. They present both sides of the argument by citing several cases that have the same impact as drug trafficking.

Presents an obituary for Max Glatt, researcher and editor of the 'British Journal of Addiction.' Personal background; Academic background; Awards and achievements; Contributions to the Society for the Study of Addiction.

The author presents an excerpt from the book "The Duxhurst industrial farm colony for female inebriates," by L.H. Somerset. In the book, Somerset, shared her experiences of helping inebriate women through "Our Farm Home," the first institution employing women in outdoor work of farm and gardens. The author comments that the book is a foundation of the belief that inebriate women could be relieved by removal from 'intoxicated' environment.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article “The Alcohol Dependence Syndrome: 30 Years Later: A Commentary," by T. Li, B. Hewitt, and B. F. Grant in a previous issue.

Presents a letter to the editor to point out the importance of the Journal Interview series because it provides the live sense of people who care about the field of addiction.

Reviews the report `Rollestone Committee Report,' by Wayne Hall.

Editorial. Focuses on the convention of the Societe Francaise d'Alcoologie (SFA) which celebrated its 20th anniversary in Paris, France. Theme of the society's convention; Speakers at the convention.

The author reflects on addiction research centers and the nurturing of creativity that occurs within the centers. He suggests that addiction research centers set agendas, assert leadership and help determine standards related to addiction research. He argues that the spark of true creativity in addiction science needs to be nurtured.

People that the author would like to thank for their assistance in the creation of the periodical are mentioned.

This article reports that the Society for the Study of Addiction, the owner of the scholarly periodical "Addiction Biology", has appointed Professor Rainer Spanagel as editor-in-chief. The journal will continue to be published quarterly on the Society's behalf by Taylor and Francis, and goes free to all members of the Society. Spanagel has invited Markus Heilig to join him as Associate Editor for the United States. The lead issue for 2005 will be a special issue of DNA microarrays and expression profiling in drug abuse research, with Professor Peter Gebicke as guest editor.

Presents an update on developments concerning the periodical "Addiction" as of January 2004. Addition of a feature to the online version of the periodical that will make papers available online in citable form several weeks after final acceptance; Description of how the feature works.

Wide personal contacts with colleagues and journals across the world is vital for the continued development of the periodical "Addiction," as an international journal. In furtherance of that goal, a meeting was held in London, England on 14-15 July, 2003. Few examples of the wide-ranging ideas which were discussed and which will form the basis for a practical program of collaboration are an internship scheme that will offer young German academics placements in London office of "Addiction." The Germany-based journal "Sucht," will advise "Addiction," when there are important German language books that should be given English language reviews in the book column. Selected notices from "Addiction," column may be reprinted in "Sucht."

The process for appointing new assistant editors for the journal "Addiction," is intended to be flexible, fair and to ensure that it results in staff working with the journal who are committed and can carry the confidence of authors and readers. Most such people will have attained at least assistant professor rank and hold a doctorate. They will have sufficient experience in the field to help assess credibly the work of their peers as credibility is essential if "Addiction," is to retain the trust of those who submit for review. Competence is likely to be illustrated by a publication list and by previous experience as referee with leading journals. Integrity and fair-mindedness are also indispensable qualifications for such a position.