In this report the National Science Board presents the first results from a newly initiated effort to develop indicators of the state of the scientific enterprise in the Unite States. The ultimate goal of this effort is a set of indices which will reveal the strengths and weaknesses of U.S. science and technology, in terms of the capacity and…

The study indicates that jobs in astronomy have become severely limited in the last few years, with a near balance between supply and demand of astronomers. The following issues are assessed in this study: the current supply of astronomers in the United States, and its change as a function of time; the background and make-up of astronomers in the…

This issue of "Engineering Manpower Bulletin" reviews some of the statistics and other information concerning the status of women in engineering. These major topics are considered: dispelling some common misconceptions; women in the current engineering picture; why does engineering need women; what keeps women out of engineering; problems facing…

The chances of an employee being relocated are higher in the chemical and plastics industries than in U.S. business as a whole. But the benefits provided by chemical and plastics companies to employees shifted to other locations are generally better than average. (Author/BB)

Provides an annotated bibliography of materials available to chemists and chemical engineers to aid in career planning. (CP)

Reports on some recommendations made by a subpanel on High Energy Physics Manpower for the purpose of employing additional physicists through the transfer of some postdoctoral monies to produce long-term positions, and the creation of a five-year national fellowship program. (GA)

Presents a close look at three of the many successful physically handicapped research biologists: one is deaf, one blind, and one uses a wheelchair. (BB)

The 1971 annual report by the American Institute of Physics (AIP) is highlighted. The report deals with AIP activities during 1971, including changes in publishing methods, new products from the physics-information division, and internal reorganization for better service. (PR)

Examines the overall distribution of physicists with particular reference to the future market possibilities, especially for those prepared to take the necessary role of scientifically educated entrepreneurs. (Author/PR)

Presents statistics relative to the current employment crisis in astronomy, and outlines recommendations to combat the situation made by the National Academy of Sciences. (GS)

For Peace Corps volunteers and others working in countries which speak an unfamiliar language, the problems of communication can be enormous and embarrassing. This guide is designed to help avoid some of these problems. Common, local names for a variety of terms have been omitted because of the large number of Latin American dialects. The 4,300…

Summarizes a report covering six layoffs involving 66 chemists and chemical engineers occurring from March to September 1974. Guidelines for employers were not met by some companies. Note is made of this. (EB)

This National Science Foundation (NSF) publication of 1963 contains statistical descriptions of the one-half million persons working as scientists, one million engineers, one million technicians, and one-quarter million teachers of science and mathematics in secondary schools. Employment profiles by sectors of the economy are provided. (CP)