Discusses the Senate's passage of a bill setting up a Civil Science Systems Administration to initiate and direct research and to assist in transition of scientists and engineers to civilian oriented programs. Another bill which provides for a 10-year voluntary transition to the metric system passed. (CP)

Reviews 1978 and 1979 estimates for federal funding for Research and Development obligations and outlays. Funding for the Energy Research and Development Administration (ERDA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are discussed in detail. (SL)

The emphasis of the humanistic aspects of physics and the need to make physics understandable to the public are viewed as important in reestablishing public and political support for scientific research. (CP)

Universities are looking to industry for help in funding scientific research, but the new partnerships have raised questions about the role of universities. Issues related to these university-industry relationships are discussed, including fundamental differences between academic/industrial goals and possible conflicts arising from these…

Describes the operation of Educational Expeditions International (EEI), a private organization which links interested amateurs with professional researchers on exploratory adventures. EEI funds scientists and their studies for which amateurs pay for the privilege of joining. (CP)

Reviews the findings of the White House Science Council's survey of the condition of the United States university-research community. Indicates the problems that threaten the quality of academic research and outlines recommendations for its improvement. Funding changes, tax credits, and scholarships are among the panel's suggestions. (ML)

Provides quotes from President Reagan's personal science adviser, George Keyworth, concerning federal funding of science and engineering programs, including statements regarding solar energy, nuclear power, national defense, women and minorities programs, and National Science Foundation educational programs. (CS)