Contemporary researchers have either a materialistic orientation, represented by behaviorism, or a nonmaterialistic orientation, represented by phenomenology; both are similar in their concern with internal as opposed to external determinants a relatively recent ideological shift in psychological research. (Author/JM)

A case of partial trisomy of the short arms of chromosome number 11 resulting in profound retardation and multiple physical defects was confirmed by means of fluorescent karyotyping of the chromosomally balanced carrier father. (Author)

Discusses the basis of sickle cell Anemia, including: a description of the diseased blood, genetic implications, recognition of symptoms in infancy, the need for implementation of wide screening procedures, and the future prospects of a cure. (AJ)

Discusses fully necessity for parent, community education concerning birth defects; need for proper prenatal care as possible means of prevention, flexible services for handicapped children with focus on child, not handicap. (CJ)

Studied hand skill and performance in children (N=115) of left-handed parents using peg moving tasks and soccer kicks. Concluded that being raised by two left-handed parents does little to hinder the expression of the rs plus gene. Correlations for handedness in families depend more on genetics than experience. (Author/JAC)

The author views various historical incidents of importance to present world trends and predicts a few more for the future. He also urges industrial arts teachers to encourage students to take the long-range view of society and determine what role they wish to play in it. (CT)

Discusses biotechnology in terms of its potential and the bottlenecks encountered in the course of development. Topics/issues addressed include: biotechnology definitions; research prospects; raw material constraints; co-ordination/financial support; training; industry/university conflicts; possible risks; and legal protection involving living…

Describes a rapid staining technique for investigating the anatomical expression of two recessive genes. The demonstration is intended to stimulate students who are interested in the practical applications of genetics. (Author/SA)

Discusses the increasing significance of genetic diseases and defects in our lives and the social, moral-ethical, and legal problems resulting from medical genetics. (Author/SA)