Julian Stanley, director of Johns Hopkins University's Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth, heads a national search for those who may become tomorrow's leading scientists. In this interview Stanley tells how students can qualify for the program and offers advice on educating the gifted. (Author/MLF)

Gifted 11- to 14-year-olds from all parts of the country participated last summer in fast-paced three-week programs in mathematics, writing, or science sponsored by Johns Hopkins University. (Author/MLF)