Journal of Statistical Physics, Vol. 93, Nos. 3/4, 1998. p. 407-409.
It gives us great pleasure to dedicate this issue of the Journal of Statistical Physics to our wise friend, colleague and teacher, Leo P. Kadanoff, one of the major figures in statistical mechanics. Leo, whose sixtieth birthday we celebrate with this volume, has made major contributions to the fields of statistical physics, turbulence and chaos. He has also, through his teaching, mentoring and example, provided the inspiration for many young people to go forward in their own adventure in physics and science.