In this article I develop heuristic types for understanding how the U.S. evangelical Christian subculture engages the newer science of molecular biology as it works to legitimate and enchant religious worldview: 1.) "symbolic engagement," employing genes and DNA as sacred icon; 2.) "disputatious engagement," debating genetic essentialism and…

Two classes from diverse graduate programs merged and melded for a weeklong intensive outdoor experience to learn how to be leaders for an outdoor challenge course. Physical Education graduate students and students in a Counselor Education program together participated in the Challenge Course, co-led by an Exercise Scientist and a Psychologist.…

This article deals with a pale blue sculpture entitled "A New World View", as an homage to the most famous scientist in modern history, Albert Einstein. It has 32 bas-relief squares composed of glass and steel that represent one aspect of the life and legacy of Albert Einstein. Images of children's faces peer out from behind the glass squares,…

Interactivity is defined by Henri (1992) as a three-step process involving communication of information, a response to this information, and a reply to that first response. It is a key dimension of computer-mediated communication, particularly in the one-on-one communication involved in an electronic mentoring program. This report analyzes the…

This paper reviews current progress in genetics in relation to the understanding of human cognition. It is argued that genetics occupies a prominent place in the future of cognitive science, and that cognitive scientists should play an active role in the process. Recent research in genetics and developmental neuroscience is reviewed and argued to…

There are many indicators of a person's well-being that could be used for policy purposes. Few would argue that any single indicator of well-being is appropriate in all contexts and, increasingly, social scientists are attempting to integrate the various indicators. Further successful integration depends on understanding how the various indicators…

Article discussed the interaction of the laymen with the scientist and attempted to understand and socially apply the insights of science. (Author/RK)

Describes the Arizona State University library's system for altering science faculty members to new materials in their areas of interest. (PF)

The biggest breakthrough in medical research may well be the broad-spectrum drugs called prostaglandins. (Editor)

Discusses a report prepared by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, which concludes that the issues of scientific freedom and responsibility are inseparable. The report declares that scientific freedom is necessary for the advancement of knowledge, but that certain areas of research, such as that involving human test subjects,…

This document provides tabular data on scientists, engineers, and technicians in manufacturing industries for 1980, as well as in non-manufacturing industries for 1981. The tables are arranged in six sections. The first three sections focus on scientists, engineers, and technicians in manufacturing industries for 1980 by major occupational group…

Economics does not have sharply delineated boundaries, but the domain has been defined broadly, and differently, from time-to-time. Currently, the contents of economics can be divided into the following broad areas: macroeconomics, microeconomics, and development economics. Most economists specialize in one or more of the more narrowly defined…

The employment outlook for chemists and chemical engineers is clearly improving. Data supporting this conclusion are presented. (Author/RH)

Discusses the origins of the President's Science Adviser and his Science Advisory Committee and the National Science Foundation. (RH)

Concern over the impact of extremism in science is expressed. The need for the balanced view that both innovates and conserves effectively is emphasized. (DT)