Six articles describe issues which have arisen recently to influence the relation of science with the society. Unless serious thinking is given to the matter, the development of basic research in science might lose support from the public. (PS)

Expresses the opinions of several successful research scientists towards research. All agree that, while the thrill of discovery is essential to science, excitement competes increasingly with the frustrations of big science. There is a belief that the spirit of science is thwarted by activities such as grantsmanship games. (MA)

Reports on a series of suggestions to save skylab from falling into the earth's atmosphere and being destroyed. (CP)

Scientist William J. Dreyer has hypothesized that the cell surface proteins in the nose that detect odors also help assemble embryos. These olfactory receptors and related proteins act as identifiers, much like the last few digits of a telephone number, that help cells to find their intended neighbors in a developing embryo. Discusses the research…

Highlights activities and scientific accomplishments at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England. Includes comments by staff scientists about their current research endeavors. (JN)

Reviews the Science Talent Search scholarship program which rewards scientific research efforts of secondary students. Also includes a description of this year's ten top winners and their projects. (SL)

Brief descriptions of the accomplishments of recent recipients of the National Medal of Science are provided. (CP)