Reviews Einstein's main contributions to physics, and analyzes the importance of a coherent body of theory. Einstein's involvement in nonscientific issues such as nuclear disarmament is also included. (HM)

Discusses an educational program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology that attempts to relate science and engineering to art. It is intended that this interdisciplinary program will lead to a revitalization of art and play a significant role in the humanization of technology. (JR)

Discusses human nature and behavior and indicates that, with the rate of ecosocial change accelerating, understanding the nature of man has become a precondition to the enhancement of human individuality and to the very survival of our species. (Author/JR)

Reviewed are some of the reasons for adopting a new model for national development, departing from the conventional type based on gross domestic product. (BT)

Ways and means to improve the social quality as well as the effectiveness of scientific and technical research are described. The utility of the systems approach and model building is evoked. (BT)

Presented are various aspects of the influence of science on society's intellectual development. Comparisons are made between developing and developed economies. It is concluded that, in terms of science policy, scientific research oriented towards meeting human needs should be of high priority. (BT)