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)

Describes the present peer review process which the National Science Foundation (NSF) uses and cites opposition to the method. Presents legislation introduced in Congress to change the current evaluation method. (CP)

Discusses criticism made during hearings before a House Committee on Science and Technology subcommittee of the National Science Foundation's (NSF) peer review system and the funding of the NSF science education program. (MLH)

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has allocated at least $200 million over the next five years to support four new supercomputer centers. Issues and trends related to this NSF initiative are examined. (JN)

Described are controversial aspects of the 1976 Health Professions Educational Assistance Act, emphasizing medical school opposition to provision requiring schools to admit third year American students from foreign medical schools in order to receive capitation funds. Principal provisions of the Act are outlined. (SL)

Discussed is the recent decision by the White House to tighten up the accounting rules that are used to monitor research contracts and grants. (MP)

The author of this article is concerned with the role of scientific research and technology in providing solutions for some of this country's problems. The roles of congress and the Chief Executive in authorizing government funding are also examined. (MA)

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) wants universities to convert to low-grade fuel in their research reactions. Researchers claim the conversion, which will bring U.S. reactors in line with a policy the NRC is trying to impress on foreigners, could be financially and scientifically costly. Impact of the policy is considered. (JN)

For more than 13 years, hard times in mathematics (particularly related to funding) went unremarked by mathematicians. One reason noted is that mathematicians have not been politically astute. However, the situation is changing. Reasons for this change are discussed. (JN)

Presents the pressures within the University of Michigan that lead to the separation of a research center that had been conducting classified military research, (see SE 506 558). Examines the consequences for the university, including likely future relationships with the federal government. (AL)