The broad area of biochemistry is surveyed. Subtopics include nuclei acids, peptide hormones, cell surfaces, and enzymology. (MDR)

Describes in detail the experimental procedures followed by Davison and Germer in 1927 in their discovery of electron diffraction. (SL)

Gives a brief history of chemistry in California during the last 100 years, including the foundation of chemical industries, the development of chemistry departments in universities and their respective specialities, and the role of California laboratories in World War II. (MLH)

The scientist and the citizen are locked in mutual suspicion. Only a comprehensive program for informing and engaging the public will restore confidence in the technology of the experts. (Editor/LBH)

This paper presents guidelines for evaluating university research scientists. Each scientist should know the standards of performance that are used in the evaluation, the job segments that are being evaluated, and the relative weight assigned to each job segment. Five job segments are identified: (1) impact of research findings; (2) number of…

Presents a brief biography of Sir Isaac Newton, lists contemporary scientists and scientific developments and discusses Newton's optical research and conceptual position concerning the nature of light. (JR)

Conception of science and technology as servants'' of mankind has led mankind to believe that all problems can be solved by use of technology. However, many social, ecological, and psychological problems are results of imbalanced technological development. A future need is to discover a new equilibrium between science and its social effects. (PS)

Describes the reception accorded to John Tyndall in 1872-1873 in America. Tyndall, called the Apostle of Science, delivered a series of lectures on light with fascinating demonstrations in several cities during his visit. Press coverage and public reaction were overwhelming. Tyndall left the money earned from his lectures in a trust which is still…

Discusses the circumstances and the immediate impact of the events and discoveries in the field of nuclear physics in 1932. Many of the events are described in samples of correspondence between the researchers in the field. (TS)

Comments on some of the current circumstances of American science and speculates on ways in which those who call themselves scientists might participate more effectively in resolving the critical problems facing people and civilization. (Author/TS)

A personal experience as a member of a nuclear research team. (SE)

Presents 11 responses received from U.S. scientists who have won Nobel Prizes (physics or physics-related work) indicating what books, discoveries, people, or issues of the last 50 years have most decisively influenced them. (Author/JN)

Studied the careers of 557 biochemists to investigate: (1) the effects of predoctoral research productivity on postdoctoral training opportunities; (2) how the location of postdoctoral training affects the prestige of subsequent jobs; and (3) the effects of postdoctoral training on publication rates. (GC)

Briefly discusses recent changes in the science of biology and examines the implications of these changes on college curriculum, faculty teaching and research. (MA)