Defines roles of basic and applied research in solving problems of the global age, i.e., energy production, population, food production, etc. Discussed are values in supporting basic research; providing research funds for young scientists; encouraging multi-disciplinary, problem-oriented research; improving communications between basic and applied…

Indicates that the tie between research and education may not be justifiable in an era of declining student population. Presents suggestions for new institutional arrangements so universities can maintain their scientific strength. (GS)

Charges that the "impact statements" used to evaluate environmental conditions often serve political ends and often are not well-planned or scientifically valid. (MLH)

Reports on the first Soviet-American meeting on psychology held in April, 1978 at the University of California at Irvine. The meeting was attended by 10 Soviets and about 30 Americans. The big difference between the two groups was that the Americans had small theories and lots of data, and the Russians had large theories and much less data. (BB)

Discusses the controversy surrounding amniocentesis (used to detect and abort mongoloid fetuses) as an example of the ethical and social assessments that must be made with new scientific and medical developments. (JR)

Reviews studies of the effects of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) on man and other organisms. Concludes that pure LSD injected in moderate doses does not cause chromosome or detectable genetic damage and is not a teratogen or carcinogen. (JM)

Both congress and the President are under heavy pressure to cut the Federal budget for science and research. Between the reductions in the present year and the next, science programs will lose $1.4 billion for R & D and $210 million in basic research if the proposed budget is approved. (Author/RE)

Summarizes some recent scientific achievements in particle physics, bioinorganic chemistry, geology, and the life sciences. Discusses research as it applies to the needs of society, including areas of concern for the future. Describes the role of the National Science Foundation as supporting research and education in the sciences and engineering.…

Addresses questions regarding the possible control of universities by the government through rules requiring reporting for 100 percent of the work of scientists supported by the government. Reviews the project grant system and discusses accounting mistakes and abuses within the system, the agency role, indirect costs, and alternatives. (CS)

Reports results of an experiment involving a hydranencephalic infant lacking cerebral hemispheres and a normal twin in testing for associative learning. Cardiac orienting responses to stimulus omission indicated that learning had taken place in both infants. (CS)

This article focuses on five quantitative indicators for patents and scientific literature. These indicators characterize Japan as a technological powerhouse and in an expanding but far less powerful scientific position. Several tables and graphs are provided. (YP)

Discussed are concerns about chiropractic practice and the impact of some legislation related to Medicare, accreditation, and research about chiropractic practice. (RH)

The recent Mid-Ocean Dynamic Experiment demonstrated large, coordinated research programs could be conducted. It also demonstrated use of many new instruments that have been under development for the last decade. (RH)

Reports on activities related to the development of an alternative, and radically different, mode of food production. (GS)