The recollections of a nuclear pioneer provide a perspective of historical developments in atomic energy. (PEB)

An overview of the history of mathematics and mathematics education is briefly presented, and the impact of learning theories is described. The first-round curriculum projects in the United States, England, and Australia are mentioned; differences between views of mathematics are highlighted. Goals for teaching mathematics are discussed. (DT)

Describes the procedure, equipment, results, and weaknesses of an experiment conducted by Nevil Maskelyne at Schehallien peak in Scotland; the purpose of the experiment was to collect data for the calculation of the mean density of the earth and to measure the universal gravitational constant. (MLH)

Examines in detail the history of Maxwell's development of electromagnetic theory, and stresses that the textbook version of this discovery is usually inadequate or erroneous. (MLH)

Favorably comments on Gerald Holton's concept of "thematic analysis" as a tool for the historiography of science. The author relates this type of analysis to other disciplines and discusses some of its consequences, including the rejection of relativism in science history. (MLH)

Presents the contention that in light of a historical perspective to technology and growth an optimistic view of the possibility for continuous technological development is not foolish. (GS)

This document was published by the National Bureau of Standards to meet the current demand for information on the history of weights and measures in the United States. It includes an illustrated discussion of this history through 1962 followed by an addendum covering the period 1963-1975. Appendices provide a bibliography and photographic copies…

This newsletter is divided into six sections: an introduction; general news items and communications; news items and communications in ethical and human values areas; supplement to Newsletter 8, Section II; an essay; and a bibliography classifying material as to subject emphasis in the area of human values and ethics. The essay is entitled "A…

This newsletter is divided into six sections: an introduction; general news items and communications from readers; news items and communications more specifically in the ethical and human values areas; an annotated, selective checklist of imaginative literature concerning the relationship between science, technology and human values; and a general…

The six experiments included in this monography are titled Blackbody Radiation, Collision of Electrons with Atoms, The Photoelectric Effect, Magnetic Properties of Atoms, The Scattering of X-Rays, and Diffraction of Electrons by a Crystal Lattice. The discussion provides historical background by giving description of the original experiments and…

This paper was prepared as a resource for teachers who wish to teach science as an exploration and interpretation of the environment. It provides background material for teachers who may use the approach of the Australian Science Education Project in their science classes and has been made available to teachers participating in the pilot testing…

This booklet contains a detailed review of the aeronautical research conducted at Langley Research Center during the 50 years after its construction in 1917 as the first research laboratory for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics. The research is discussed in five parts, by decades: 1917-27, 1928-37, 1938-47, 1948-57, 1958-67.…

This paper provides a history of the founding, organization and development of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science. Included are listings of the academy's first officers, founders, and statistics of all annual meetings from 1925 to 1976. The academy's constitution, articles of incorporation, academy publications, types of memberships, advantages…

Provides a brief survey of important developments in the American Chemical Society since its founding in 1876. (MLH)