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.

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