The author describes a 1934 visit to the Berkeley radiation laboratory. The state of physics at that time and the life of persons doing basic physics research in radiation are discussed. (JP)

Energy storage, considered by some scientists to be the best technological and economic advancement after advanced nuclear power, still rates only modest funding for research concerning the development of advanced technologies. (PEB)

Describes the present state of solar technology, points out the need for research and development in this area, and indicates the important role solar technology could play in Third World development. (GS)

This book is intended to inform its readers of the conditions that might warrent special attention within the next five years involving current and emerging problems of significance that are identified through scientific research, or in which scientific or technical considerations are of major significance; and opportunities for and constraints on…

This paper presents a possible methodology for measuring and predicting the future course of the long-range economic benefits of "curiosity-oriented" research. The basic premise is that much pure research tends to give rise to major industries in about one generation. Each industry will have some total economic benefit which can be…

Presents the scientific views of Representative James W. Symington, Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Science, Research, and Technology. Includes discussion of (1) federal role in support of science and technology; (2) allocations for research and development; (3) support of basic research; and (4) public attitudes. (SL)

Moscow State University, one of the main centers of science, will play an important role in scientific research and creative inquiry during the Tenth Five-Year Plan. (AV)

The nature of, and attitudes toward, science and technology in China are explored. The priorities and accomplishments in science and medicine are reviewed with a brief projection of the possible future of Chinese science. (TS)

Emphasizes the social implications of biological knowledge and discusses two main government roles in biology: (1) a creative and supportive role, including support of education and research, (2) control, regulation and protection related to the applications of biological knowledge. Public control is considered necessary in areas such as food and…

Compares science and technology in terms of approach to the natural world; aims, goals, and purposes; and knowledge structures and content. Concludes that the goal of technology is better viewed as production of things, products, processes, or systems to alter the natural world. (SK)

Concludes that coal will be the major U.S. energy source in the near future despite the significant problems associated with an increase in coal consumption. Provides advantages and disadvantages for the four major long-term energy sources: nuclear fission, nuclear fusion, geothermal sources, and solar energy. (MLH)

This document provides a transcript of a paper presented at the Industrial Research Institute Fall 1980 Meeting in Washington, D.C., in which the importance of the industrial research laboratory in cooperative research is reviewed. The role of antitrust policy in corporate decisions to engage in research and development is also discussed, and the…