Describes a study that examined bibliographic items from the Indian Science Abstracts to explore the extent of collaborative research in the area of agricultural science. Multiple authorship trends in agricultural science are identified and compared with patterns found in other sciences. (7 references) (CLB)

The economic function of science to perform research and to educate and train others for technological innovation in Australia is discussed. The generation of wealth, focus of public debate, and political decision making on research policy are also considered. (MSE)

Twelve strategies for redirecting university research efforts to respond to present-day needs are outlined, as discussed in a conference session of European university administrators. (MSE)

An ongoing need for science policy in the near future will be a continuing emphasis on relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency in research. However, the university's response must be rooted in critical dialog with its environment, frequently reexamining its policy implications. (MSE)

Discusses a $500 million Arab fund to promote regional research on topics such as arid land development, water resource development, and solar energy. (MLH)

Provides information on the financial support of scientific research in Austria, including comments on the training, employment, and future activities of chemists in this country. (Author/JN)

Problems posed by university research are approached by looking at: traditional concepts of university research; trends in current university development in Europe; consequences of these trends and threats to the university; possible research policy; and university responsibility in carrying out research policy. (MSE)

The author reviews clinical, neurophysiological, psychological, pedagogical, special and technical research underway in the field of special education for handicapped children. (Author/AV)

The University of Bath (England), a small university awarded its charter just 30 years ago, hired an American vice-chancellor to bring it into the top ranks of research institutions. The university, hit hard by British higher education cuts in 1981, has created a niche for itself in the sciences and engineering. An evaluation of research at 191…

A survey of Australian scientists revealed that they felt media coverage of their research had significant benefits, but they received little support from their organizations. Examines factors that encourage or discourage scientists to communicate their work through the media. Discusses implications for managers of publicly funded institutions.…

Describes a joint venture between the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) and the Department of Education in France that was created to allow students to do practical scientific work with the help of a CNRS researcher. Presents two practical projects done by students on organic polymers and on color. Concludes that this increases…

From 1959 to 1976, a new professionalization trend emerged among francophone faculty in Quebec's universities as a result of increased direct funding, rapid institutional development, bureaucratization of the university system, and faculty unionization. By 1976, unionization was achieved and the professional role of faculty had been defined. (MSE)

The results of a survey on Italian university and industry cooperation links are presented, focusing on the ideas both sectors have of a science park, of its compatibility with other similar forms, and of its capability to foster cooperation between universities and firms. (Author/MLW)

Bibliometric studies were conducted on research performance at three Flemish universities: University of Ghent, Catholic University of Leuven, and University of Antwerp. This article outlines the methodology, presents the outcomes for the faculties of medicine, science, and pharmaceutical science; and focuses on the reactions of department…