you must not be a runner : ) i was a sprinter in HS / college... and later a track coach and Pres. of local running club i am disappointed... and the eternal optimist ('spect you noticed)... sometimes to my detriment 'spect it is therapeutic for me to try write of the bright side //.. Novartis partnered w/ this company... and has paid big bucks to date in developing IDIX... da da .. there is value here. i and you know that perceptions and reality can change quickly... I will try to stay in the game... Thank you for sharing your thoughtful insights ... you are obviously extremely intelligent (seriously) Best wishes