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Nature 447, 775 (14 June 2007) | doi:10.1038/447775c; Published online 13 June 2007

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Slang's not so slick when you remember its origins

Renée M. Ned1 & Lisa N. Steele2

  1. Tucker, Georgia 30084, USA
  2. Atlanta, Georgia 30324, USA

SIR — As African-Americans and as scientists, we are appalled and disappointed in your News Feature 'Pimp my antibody' (Nature 446, 964–966; 2007), which summarizes recent developments in antibody therapy. Despite your misguided attempt to be humorous and socially 'hip', we are dismayed at the cavalier use of the word 'pimp' in a scientific journal, especially one as reputable as Nature.

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