During the first year of publication of Current Papers in Physics (1966) a joint study was undertaken in the UK by Aslib working under contract with the Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE) and in the US by the American Institute of Physics (AIP) to assess the need for the new publication and its usefulness to the physics community. The study…

In this report the National Science Board presents the second step in the process begun with Science Indicators--1972 of developing indicators of the state of science in the United States. The goal of this effort is a periodical series of indices of the strengths and weaknesses of science and technology in the United States and the changing…

This directory brings together in one volume an index of the programs, resources, and contact points at the federal level which can be drawn on in achieving transfer of technology and knowledge. The document shows the extent to which federal commitment has brought results of research and development investment to effective application throughout…

This paper argues that, in addition to responding to surface manifestations of imbalance in scientific manpower supply and demand, we should examine and understand far better than we now do the nature and extent of the structural forces operative on the supply and demand of scientific talent. The author reviewed the literature and the parameters…

This study is limited to science and engineering doctorates (both PhD and Doctor of Arts) and spans the period 1969 to 1980--a period for which most of the factors likely to have a significant effect on the supply and utilization of doctorates are known or can be reasonably anticipated. The basic methodology involves statistically projecting past…

This report is written in English and French and presents the results of a survey of scientific and technical manpower, expenditures for research, and experimental development for most nations in the world. The data were gathered from 1966 to 1967 by questionnaires and have been presented in three tables. Table 1 presents data for each country on…

Presented are four brief articles giving bibliographical and career choice information about three men and one woman who, in spite of severe physical handicaps, completed doctoral studies and have become actively involved in scientific professions. (EB)

Presented is a summary of statistical indicators of the strengths and weaknesses of science and technology as reported in the annual report of the National Science Board. Declines in monies for research and development, in research publications in the physical sciences and technological innovation are noted. (EB)

Attempts to quantify what proportion of the salary difference between men and women in chemistry might be attributed to differencies in degree level, years of work experience, employer category, and work function. (MLH)

Salary figures for inexperienced and experienced chemists and chemical engineers for the past decade are shown. Industry and college/university salaries are compared. (CP)

Describes recommendations developed for the creation of hundreds of jobs for young physicists to maintain a vigorous and internationally competitive research effort in physics through the establishment of either a National Research Scientific Program in Physics or a National Research Faculty Appointments in Physics. (GA)

Guidelines are presented for recruitment, employment, professional development, and termination and transfer. (BB)

Reviews actions of the American Chemical Society (ACS) council meeting held in March 1978 in Anaheim, California. Actions included adoption of a definition of the terms chemist and chemistry. (SL)

Outlines the historical background leading to the present educational setting in Britain. Discusses the role and responsibility of science education in the universities in relationship to the limited market for students trained in science and technology. Defends the position of industry against emotional and uniformed criticism. (JR)

A survey reveals support for strengthening the training of paleontologists, plus further study of the future trends in education, research, and employment. Eleven questions, tabulated responses, and evaluation are presented. (BL)