We believe that our corporate responsibility involves delivering products that are consistent with the Sysmex brand and conducting business activities that contribute to a healthy and prosperous society.  To this end, Sysmex fosters a corporate culture where each employee can feel a sense of fulfillment in their work and emphasizes excellent communications with all stakeholders as we conduct our corporate activities.  We have launched initiatives to raise employee value, contribute to society, conserve the environment, protect intellectual property and enhance investor relations.  We strive to take a holistic approach to enhancing overall corporate value and fulfilling our corporate social responsibility.