Reviews some major concepts in quantum mechanics and advocates less stress on quantum mechanics and thermodynamics in introductory chemistry. Supports diversity in chemical education. (PR)

Scientific strategies and principles are suggested to reinforce appreciation of history in science instruction. A 53-item bibliography of books, articles, and pamphlets is included. (CP)

Traces the origins of molecular biology to the work of 19th century biophysicists, ultrastructurists and collodial chemists. The development of the Aggregate Theory,and its overthrow by the Macromolecule Concept is described. Research in molecular genetics in the pre-second world war period, and the effects of the war on it, are briefly reviewed.…

A Discussion of attempts to understand the great inter-relationships among all areas of knowledge" by Neils Bohr, a physicist, and others. (SE)

The attention of sociologists in Europe and the U. S. continues to be directed to sociological analysis and the elucidation of major sociological themes. Institutionalization has occurred but integration is discontinuous. (VW)

Describes a course in the History of Biology given at Chicago State College for high school biology teachers. Gives an outline of the content and development of two of the six major topics covered, namely "The Greek View of Biology," and "What Biology Owes the Arabs." (EB)

The lack of an adequate conceptual foundation in mathematics appears to have hindered the scientific discovery process. The author cites several examples from the history of science and mathematics. Implications for inquiry teaching -- both science and mathematics teachers must cooperate in helping students acquire the appropriate mathematical…