Describes results of efforts to seek effective ways of combining the knowledge and skill of different professions in alleviating environmental problems. An inter-society liaison committee on the environment was formed to implement the general philosophical goals of the conference. (EB)

Presents a key for the identification of 21 species of birds at Black Hill Conservation Park in Australia. Example on how to use this key is also presented. (HM)

Provides a "template" for how a stream ecosystem functions. Discusses the physical and chemical factors of geology, light, current velocity, temperature, and energy sources. Describes functional groups of aquatic insects and the River Continuum Concept, a model of interaction that explains the spatial occurrence of aquatic insects. (LZ)

New and improved analytical methodology has made it possible to study and monitor trace concentrations of many toxic elements. Surveys some of these analytical advances and their practical applications to biological problems. (JR)

Provided are suggestions for student investigations of life in swift stream communities, in slow stream areas and near a spring. (PEB)

This annual report of the Assembly of Life Sciences (ALS) covers the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1977, and ending June 30, 1978. This report has four major sections on the Executive Office, the Division of Biological Sciences, the Division of Medical Sciences, and the Board on Toxicology and Environmental Health Hazards. The activities in each…

The fourteen-year life story of a sealed terrarium is presented. (BB)

Describes opportunities for life scientists in the National Park Service. (BB)

This book contains information and activities to help make the study of rainforests an exciting exploration for teachers and students. Students explore the animals, plants, and geography of the rainforest by completing hands-on activities from various disciplines. This book contains five units: (1) "Living Layers"; (2) "Animals, Animals, Animals";…

How pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls, and heavy metals might get into poultry meat or eggs is reviewed. Several case studies where chemicals were found in poultry products are discussed. It can be concluded that the poultry industry is striving and generally succeeding in producing safe and nutritious meat and eggs. (Author/EB)

Offering a single degree, a Bachelor of Arts in Human Ecology, the College of the Atlantic (COA) has completed its maiden academic year on Maine's Mt. Desert Island. (Author)

Discusses research in the use of hormones and viruses to control insect populations. Although entomologists do not think that pheromones, hormones, and viruses will completely replace more conventional chemical insecticides, they will become increasingly important and will reduce our dependence on traditional insecticides. (JR)

How to teach environmental relevance to elementary students using a terrarium as a teaching aid. Includes suggestions for terrarium construction and experiments. (RB)