This booklet contains institutional capability profiles on the 17 educational laboratories and R&D centers primarily supported by the National Institute of Education, Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Each institution presents its capabilities in terms of mission, programs, resources, staff, and facilities. The original university-based research and development centers were created under provisions of the Cooperative Research Act of 1963. The regional educational laboratories were funded under provisions of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. These institutions maintain multidisciplinary staffs and specialized facilities for conducting research, development, evaluation, and training. Many of the institutions have a substantive mission focus (e.g., reading, school organization, and vocational education). Others have strong regional ties. Their expertise spans early elementary through adult education and basic research through product development and dissemination. All have experience performing both small-scale projects and large, multi-year programs. Although funded largely through contracts administered by NIE, the institutions also perform work for other federal, state, and local agencies. Additional funding sources include foundations, industries, and foreign countries. Further information can be obtained by contacting the director of each institution. (Editor/MB)