Discusses views of environmentalist, Barry Commoner, and lawyer-economist, Louis E. Kelso, concerning the problems of pollution and possible satisfactory solutions. (CP)

Presents ten action proposals related to the international economic aspects of pollution control that were adopted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. (GS)

Reviews the reform of the industrial structure of the Soviet Union. Emphasizes the influence of the communist party on chemical production, research and education. Surveys the problems facing the Soviet chemical industry. Lists important officials in the Soviet chemical industry. Discusses joint ventures between the United States and the Soviet…

Describes a train of thought which advocates the use of the second law of thermodynamics in energy and economic policy considerations. (CP)

Data on the amount of government funding for research and development operations from 1966 through 1974 are provided. (DT)

Information is provided on unemployment rate and employment gains of chemical engineers and of professional and technical personnel. Employment trends are mentioned. (DT)

Summarizes some aspects of the environmental impact draft statement prepared to assess the feasibility of liquid-metal fast-breeder reactors in commercial power generation. (CC)

This section of the annual report on the chemical industry presents data on industry earnings, sales, and spending related to: rates of return, stock prices, 50 largest chemical makers, ten-year record, funds, debt, capital spending, industry and company data. (PR)

Introduces the annual compilation of the essential statistics of the chemical industry, presented in eight sections (SE 506 182 to 506 189): products of the industry; sales, earnings, and other financial data; chemical company performance; industry employment; chemical R&D spending; U.S. chemical trade; raw materials for the industry; and foreign…

Discusses the extraordinary potential, the technical difficulties, and the financial problems that are associated with research and development of fusion power plants as a major source of energy. (GA)

The application of nonequilibrium thermodynamics could lead to new ways of understanding social processes. (BB)

According to President Carter's fiscal 1980 budget, spending for research and development would increase 4.2 percent, however, spending for basic research would increase 9 percent. (BB)

Reports on a study, "Graduate School Adjustments to the 'New Depression' in Higher Education," published by the National Board on Graduate Education. Presents findings on shifts in enrollment from higher- to lower-rated programs, impact of federal cutbacks in support, program changes, and graduate student responsiveness to the labor market. (GS)

Describes the strength in research and development and the technological leadership as factors dominating "postindustrial" country economy. Indicates that the United States future welfare will depend heavily upon technology, rather than an energy glut. (CC)

The National Science Foundation's chemistry division has begun a year-long experiment to determine if the paperwork and red tape involved in research grants can be reduced, while at the same time increasing accountability for how the money is spent. (Author/BB)