This document contains a set of tabulations that are related to the science and engineering resources of universities and colleges. The tabulations were derived from three National Science Foundation (NSF) surveys that are conducted annually by NSF's Division of Science Resources Studies. Data presented in these tables are assembled from the most…

The Division of Science Resources Studies (SRS) of the National Science Foundation (NSF) designs and conducts surveys and supports other data collection activities. This document is a guide to the recurring portions of the SRS data bases, including information on survey design, sample size, and data content. The abstracts found in this guide…

Reports that by the end of 1987, nearly 50,000 cases of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) had been reported in the United States since 1981, with 20,745 in 1987 alone. Discusses the disordinate proportion of cases involving black and Hispanic adults and children. (TW)

Designed to provide easy access to information pertaining to science and technology, this data book provides indicators on: (1) funding for research and development; (2) human resources utilization and supply; and (3) international science and technology efforts. Graphs and charts are used to note research and development efforts from a nationwide…

Designed to provide easy access to information pertaining to science and technology, this data book provides indicators on: (1) funding for research and development; (2) human resources utilization and supply; and (3) international science and technology efforts. Graphs and charts are used to note research and development efforts from a nationwide…

This report was developed by the National Science Foundation to focus attention on a particular field of engineering. It addresses the human resources and funding for mechanical engineering programs through several perspectives. The first major section, "Personnel," discusses employment levels and trends, salaries, sectors of employment,…