The hazards posed by new techniques of genetic manipulation have prompted scientists to regulate and in some cases restrict their own basic investigations. Describes some possible applications of the new techniques and outlines the established research guidelines. (GS)

Presents new guidelines set by the National Science Board on disclosing the peer review process and expresses continuing support for educational innovation. (GS)

Relates occurrences at the Asilomar conference that led to the drafting of guidelines for gene-transplant research. The guidelines allow some experiments, defer others until safer containment is available, and ban those considered highly dangerous. (GS)