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Cawley, Jeffery L. – Science Software Quarterly, 1984
Reviews the functions that should be included in an analytical workstation. Also discusses the common data file structures and the techniques of data interchange between software modules and presents a brief overview of commercial products and their interfacing characteristics. These software include word processors, spreadsheets, database…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software

Holden, Constance – Science, 1985
The National Academy of Sciences suggests models for biomedical research which include a biology-wide information system with computerized database accessible from a multitude of dimensions. Links could help discover whether toxic chemicals have effects similar to hormones. Commonalities from molecules to ecosystems might restructure available…
Descriptors: Biology, Biomedicine, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs

Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Described are some computer software that can be used in chemistry classrooms: (1) "Polymer Tacticity in Simulated NMR Spectra"; (2) "Teaching Magnetic Resonance Imaging Using Computer Animation"; (3) "Emergency Response Database"; (4) "An X-ray Diffraction Pattern Simulator"; and (5) "Multiple-Choice…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Managed Instruction

Lide, David R., Jr. – Science, 1981
Stresses providing reliable, factual information directly to users. Describes classes of data, the need for good data, quality control of databases, the electronic revolution in data dissemination, systematic cooperation to reduce costs of developing online services and of creating data bases, and trends in data dissemination. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Costs, Data

Batt, Russell H., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes two chemistry computer programs: (1) "Eureka: A Chemistry Problem Solver" (problem files may be written by the instructor, MS-DOS 2.0, IBM with 384K); and (2) "PC-File+" (database management, IBM with 416K and two floppy drives). (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Reviews

Feng, Aw; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Reviews the chemistry computer database program "KC? Discoverer" from Project SERAPHIM. This program enables the user to look at chemical, physical, and microscopic properties of each element. Lists other available program options as FIND, GRAPH, LIST elemental properties, and SORT. Describes hardware requirements. (ML)
Descriptors: Chemical Nomenclature, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs
Tanner, Dennis F.; Bane, Robert K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Examines the current development of computer compact disk storage devices (CD-ROM). Describes the basics of how the CD-ROM operates and identifies educational uses. Lists companies currently providing CD-ROM software and producing CD-ROM players. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software