Describes methods for enriching an A-level chemistry course with a series of chemical company visits. The rationale is discussed for an emphasis of the visits on the industrial reduction of aromatic nitro compounds. (CS)

Describes a number of locally based initiatives that foster active links between aspects of industry and all levels of education. (CS)

Traditional and novel uses of enzymes and microbes in the baking, brewing, and dairy industries are described. Cheese, yogurt, baking, brewing, vinegar, soy sauce, single-cell proteins, enzymes, food modification, vanilla, citric acid, monosodium glutamate, xanthan gum, aspartame, and cochineal are discussed. Industrial links with firms involved…

The widespread deployment and use of Information Technologies (IT) has paved the way for change in many fields of our societies. The Internet, mobile computing, social networks and many other advances in human communications have become essential to promote and boost education, technology and industry. On the education side, the new challenges…

This unit, developed by the Third World Science Project, is designed to add a multicultural element to existing science syllabi (for students aged 11-16) in the United Kingdom. The project seeks to develop an appreciation of the: boundless fascination of the natural world; knowledge, skills, and expertise possessed by men/women everywhere;…

Four scientists, trained as astronomers, describe their astronomical training and present careers in non-astronomy, industrial jobs. They recount some of the differences, positive and negative, between industrial and academic employment, and comment on some of the attitudes they perceive academic and industrial scientists hold toward each other.…

Describes aspects of the Understanding British Industry Project which was designed to provide information to teachers regarding the role which industry and commerce play in British society. (CS)

Discusses two main problem areas for school/industry cooperation: (1) the need to define the purpose of such cooperation; and (2) the logistical restraints of mass visits to local industries. Also discusses the development of attitudes, and the construction of interactive teaching packages. (CS)

Describes three case studies presented in a British science course to show the impact of industrial chemicals on people's lives, and how students can evaluate various factors involved in a particular case study. References and a list of factors for each case study are also included. (HM)

Reports on the Association for Science Education conference April 1-3, 1977. Condensations of addresses to the convention are provided. (CP)

Explores the role of science for employees in science-based industries and members of the public interacting with science in their everyday lives. Suggests that procedural understanding is essential in higher levels of industry and in interacting effectively with everyday issues while conceptual understanding is so specific that it is acquired in…

Reports on the USA Science/Industry Advisory Board Meeting which was held October 8-9, 2001 in Uniqema, New Castle, DE. Discusses industry and science education interactions. (Author/YDS)

Describes Clemson University's Advanced Engineered Fibers Laboratory, which was established to provide national leadership and expertise in developing the processing equipment and advance fibers necessary for the chemical, fiber, and textile industries to enter the composite materials market. Discusses some of the laboratory's activities in…

Describes a cooperative program between a school district and local industrial research chemists in which the chemists serve as tutors during after-school hours. Discusses the positive responses to the program in terms of increased student interest, achievement, parental feedback, and the personal gratification of the tutors. (TW)

Calls attention to the fact that if the Atomic Energy Commission proceeds with its plans to authorize the nuclear power industry to use plutonium as a fuel in commercial nuclear reactors around the country, this will result in a dramatic escalation in the risks posed by nuclear power. (PEB)