The annual report of the Educational Research, Development, and Reference Group at the American Printing House for the Blind summarizes research and development activities conducted during fiscal year 1972 and those planned for fiscal year 1973. Reviewed is progress on individual projects in five major areas: aural study systems for the visually handicapped, basic research in tactual perception, braille codes pilot project educational and instructional materials research and development supported through the Instructional Materials Reference Center, and bibliographies. Also listed in the report are collaborating agencies, publications, research and development personnel, and consultants. (KW)