Robert J. Genco, DDS, PhD (1938–2019)

Bob’s visionary inaugural address “Accomplishments, Opportunities, and Challenges in Oral Health Research,” delivered at Las Vegas, Nevada, March 21, 1985, highlighted his always abundant enthusiasm and positive outlook on the dental community as AADR president (Genco 1985). According to Google Scholar, Bob’s h-index as of this writing was 121, and his i10 index was 436. Sadly, our longtime leader, teacher, and friend died unexpectedly. Besides Bob’s great love of family, his overriding desire to bring happiness to people will always be remembered with his name.