dear prof you have mentioned about the evidence of encephalitis due to chikungunya virus infection in humans at la reunion islands. it is really a thought provoking scientific information which need to be documented in a authentic scientific journal [with high impact factor]. we will be highly thankful if you can proceed for the publication of this highly valuable scientific information. if u need any further help in this regard we will co-ordinate with you. with warm regards, yours sincerely, s.c.tewari. sc_tewari@yahoo.com crmesctewari@icmr.org.in