Suggests that the exploration of values might form a bridge linking the sciences and humanities. Discusses problems of application of knowledge in both fields. Emphasizes the need for new values and political instruments with changing knowledge and situations. (EB)

Suggests that overproduction of offspring by early human populations would have tended to work to the selective disadvantage of the entire society. Decisions regarding population limitations have been highly personal ones based on the amount of short run effort that individuals were able and willing to invest in each child. (GS)

Discusses science and technology centers as facilities that provide the general public with participating exhibits and experiences. Also discusses science center attendance, characteristics, and their opportunities for educational research. (SL)

Discusses the scientific and financial aspects of large instrument sharing in natural science areas from the point of view of instrument centers, users and funding agencies. Concludes that effective actions, with well-defined goals, must be implemented to solve the problems of instrument sharing. (GA)

Discusses the children of Aldo Leopold, their contributions to science and environmental conservation, and the influence of their father's ideas on their lives. (SA)

Discusses the role of science and technology in society and the realistic possibility of science offering a better future for mankind. Concludes with five public policy proposals deemed necessary for today if scientific and technological capabilities are to be made to respond to future challenges. (SL)

The texts of four speeches, given at the 1979 Einstein Session of the Pontifical Academy held in Rome, are presented. Each address relates to some aspect of the life and times of Albert Einstein. (SA)

Describes Chile's restructuring of higher education which emphasizes professional preparation in the universities and conforms to market-oriented economic theories of the government. Many of the social sciences and some natural science degree programs will be banished under this restructuring. (DS)

Presents a discussion of the development of basic research in the U.S. since World War II. Topics include the creation of the federal agencies, physics and astronomy, chemistry, earth science, life science, the environment, and social science. (BB)