Describes experiments which could be performed on an 1860 rotating table apparatus. (CP)

Gives a brief descriptive review of the life of Albert Einstein, his scientific papers and his valuable contributions to physics. (BA)

Describes some of the scientific experiments of Joseph Henry, his role as a scientist and an educator, his contributions to physics teaching both at the precollege and college levels. (GA)

A discussion of the "Martian Canal" controversy and how it can be used to help students understand the workings of science is presented. (MDR)

Political and technical difficulties of cataloging a collection of 5000 Islamic documents on science and astronomy are discussed. Much of the material in these manuscripts was compiled between the ninth and 15th centuries. (JAB)

Historical account of Mendeleev's work in the chemistry of complex compounds is presented. (CP)

Focuses on important people and events in university science education in Great Britain. ( CP)

Provides numerous examples to illustrate how the empirical technological knowledge of artists have, over the years, contributed to the advancement of science. (GA)

Discusses America's maritime heritage and the importance of the maritime enterprise in American history. Reasons for the nation's current ignorance of the contribution of maritime enterprise to the nation's development are discussed, as are some hopeful signs for the future. (BB)

Describes the contributions of Justus Liebig to the field of agricultural chemistry. (SL)

Discusses a number of possible explanations for the Christmas Star as described in the Bible. (SL)

Reviews the debate between physicists Compton and Millikan over cosmic radiation in the 1930's and the resultant social repercussions against science. (SL)

Describes some of the atomic age memorabilia which are gathered in an exhibit at the National Museum of History and Technology. (CP)

Reviews the discovery of saccharin by Constantine Fahlberg. (SL)

Topics of discussion at the third annual meeting of the Society of Social Studies of Science are presented. Differences in viewpoints and opinions between sociologists, science philosophers who comprise the organization are discussed. (CP)