A biographical sketch of Nikola Tesla, once regarded as a foremost electrician, is presented. His major works are described in the article. (PS)

Describes the discoveries and achievements in the field of nuclear physics before 1932. Particular emphasis is given to Ernest Rutherford, Francis Aston, and the Cavendish Laboratory. (TS)

Satyendranath Bose was first to prove Planck's Law by using ideal quantum gas. Einstein credited Bose for this first step in the development of quantum statistical mechanics. Bose did not realize the importance of his work, perhaps because of peculiar academic settings in India under British rule. (PS)

Scientists find that the product of their research is not always useful in solving or even describing the public issues they are called upon to resolve. A heightened awareness of the conflicts between politics and science is called for to create a deeper sensitivity to human needs to which professionals must minister. (BL)

Outlines the history of the relationships for government support for basic and applied science in Britain and describes likely future developments. Considers the possibilities for maintenance of scientists' independence. (AL)

This article appears in Manpower Research Visibility, a supplement to American Vocational Journal. (MU)

We are a society in transition. Certainly the experience of physics should help us to understand the nature of the transition we now face and to direct it for Man's benefit. The process of transition is of much greater importance than the products. (Author/TS)

Describes employment opportunities in universities and research and development for graduates holding doctoral degrees in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Projections are made to the year 2000. Over supply of Ph.D.'s by the 1980's is anticipated. Steps are proposed for national graduate education policy. (JM)

The barter system for researchers consists of two parts: a list linking various research areas with researchers willing to entertain collegial inquiriies, and a clerk to note the number of hours that participants give and receive in the information exchange. (MF)

Advocates that some established botanists should become involved in social and political problems to which botanical expertise is relevant. Discusses food production in relation to world population growth, indicating problems on which botanical knowledge and research should be brought to bear. Discusses herbicides and plant growth regulators as…

Tasks for scientists in a demilitarized world--developing a mental model of the new international economic order and solving environmental, food, and other social problems--are examined. The humanities can help scientists reorder values. Includes an appendix of possible products for a converted military industrial capacity. (SR)

This brief review of the impact of both new and old communications technologies on the dissemination of information argues that the machine is essentially a distribution system and that it is time to consider the social, political, and economic implications of the new technologies. Six references are listed. (EJS)