A major agreement has been reached among many nations to protect wildlife which are nearing extinction. (PS)

Discusses relationships between the developed countries and the less developed countries. Emphasis is on the growing realization of the role of science and technology as determinants of standards of living. Widespread competence in geology is a positive factor. (Author/EB)

The dynamics of growth have broadened concern over future materials supplies. The problem is multidimensional encompassing issues of depletion, materials cycles, recycling and substitution problems, energy, environmental costs, and economic growth. A new issue has also arisen demanding an international economic order between developed and…

Reports on a comparison of the poverty rates of families with children in six industrial countries. Discusses income and poverty, poverty among children, family poverty rates before and after taxes and income transfers, and conclusions. States that the poverty of children may affect long-term competitiveness with other countries. (RT)

Economic growth will be constrained by supplies of energy and raw materials. Natural resource ownership is shifting toward nationalization rather than foreign ownership. Energy prices and environmental awareness are forcing reevaluation of extracting and processing techniques. These developments will affect the industrial and social character of…

This editorial discusses the difficulties faced by developed nations in the meaningful transfer of technology to developing nations. (SL)

Identifies sources of death and major disability which are new or are of new importance in developed countries in the two decades since World War II. Examples from Great Britain and the United States are used to make some estimates of how people are being affected. (BR)

The supply of materials in a technological society depends not so much on the resource base as on the interrelationship of human institutions. Material usage requires agencies of exploration, development, supply, and financing regulated and assisted by government, educational, and scientific institutions. A balance among institutions insures…

Future trends in population are described as they relate to developed and developing nations. It is suggested that for the next 20 years there will be a decrease in population growth rates for all areas of the world except Africa. (Author/SA)

Presents the viewpoint that science and technology are an integral part of international development and that governments in the developed countries should invest money in science and technology in the Third World for the mutual benefit of all. (Author/CS)

Analyzes and compares Japanese and American industrial policy and labor practices. Proposes that certain aspects of the Japanese system be adapted by American businesses for purpose of increasing international competitiveness. Proposes specific actions and plans for both the Japanese and American systems. (ML)

Examines the effects of changes and diminishments in financial support and the future of university-based research in Britain. Assesses schemes for finding university research and discusses concerns dealing with selectivity, university collaboration, and the vertical stratification of universities for scientific research. (ML)