Science and technology play an important role in modern medicine and experience shows that, although school students and their relatives are likely to have experienced some of the complex procedures available today, they are generally not aware of the science behind them. Demonstrations that link school science to medical procedures can therefore…

Open day activities rarely give applicants a real sense of the practical and intellectual work that goes on in university chemistry departments. We devised an experiment for year 13 (age 17-18) students based on the size-dependent colours of gold nanoparticles and linked this to current research in diagnostic medicine. The experience was designed…

Over the last few decades, smart materials have become increasingly important in the design of products. Essentially, a smart material is one that has been designed to respond to a stimulus, such as a change in temperature or magnetic field, in a particular and useful way. This article looks at a range of smart materials that are relatively…

This article discusses nanotechnology as a route to the production of new materials and provides a brief history of the evolution of this branch of materials science. Properties on the nanoscale are compared with those on the macroscale. The practical application of nanomaterials in industries such as communications, construction, cosmetics,…

Reviews the history of the steam turbine at sea from the 1880s to modern turbines. Presents several pictures of various types of turbines. (YP)

Reviews the origins of the biochemical process industries, traces their development from cottage to industrial scale, and suggests the developmental trends that are likely to occur. (AL)

Describes types of industrial techniques involving biochemical products, specifying the advantages and disadvantages of batch and continuous processes, and contrasting biochemical and chemical engineering. See SE 506 318 for Part I. (AL)

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)

Asserts that technology has a place in the schools through three spheres: craft and design workshops, hobbies and technology centers, and normal science periods. The teacher need not radically change the content of current science courses, but rather teach the existing material in a technological way, by showing applications, and teaching…

Describes an approach to chemistry for sixth form students which incorporates many practical applications of chemistry in the areas of pollution, drug problems and other areas. (BR)

This presidential address given at the Association for Science Education (ASE) of the United Kingdom clarifies the relationships between science, education and industry. (HM)

Author suggest the current unpopularity of science and technology may, in part, be a result of the nature of current provision--too much technology too soon. Suggests that pure science is what really interests bright teenagers, as well as being the seed of industrial innovation, and should be given a higher profile. (Author/PR)

Discusses how science and technology are criticized at two main levels: their material effect on society and their effect on man's consciousness. How science should react to these criticisms is also presented. (HM)

Numerous examples of devices designed by primary school children are provided. The instructional methodology and classroom setting are also described. (CP)

Described is the teaching of technology in British secondary schools. Some of the types of technology courses are described and issues and trends related to the teaching of technology are considered. (RH)