This report summarizes the results of the National Science Foundation's survey of scientific activities of independent nonprofit organizations in 1966. Information is included on expenditures for research, development, and scientific and technical information activities and on the employment of scientific personnel associated with these…

The history, facilities, management, research and development programs, curriculum, and future of the University of Texas Computer Assisted Instruction Laboratory are presented in this memo. Particular attention is paid to the research and development program which since 1967 has developed a wide variety of instructional applications. (MC)

This report, the 15th in a series extending back to 1953, presents the results of a 1969 National Science Foundation survey of industrial research and development. The data obtained are designed to provide information useful to government officials, legislators, and other individuals concerned with evaluating the role of research and development…

This discussion was presented at a symposium organized to study the usage of systematic research, development, diffusion, and evaluation (RDD&E) strategies being used in the establishment of RDD&E training programs. Three levels of exploring these programs are suggested: looking at specific RDD&E projects, allowing the Research Training Branch of…

A 2-phase project has been undertaken to develop a research and development planning system which consists of (1) a systematic procedure to formulate research projects, and (2) a systematic procedure to guide the selection of a subset of projects. Phase 1 of the project involves the development of a meta model which is based on a modular concept…

This is the fourth in a series of reports on federal support to universities and colleges prepared for the Committee on Academic Science and Engineering (CASE) of the Federal Council for Science and Technology. Data for the six year period, fiscal years 1963-68, are presented in the report. Amounts reported by federal agencies represent…

Requested and final research and development budgets for 1979 are listed according to the receiving agency. Over-all, an average increase of four percent was approved by Congress. (CP)

Assesses Japanese science and technology and finds it to be in excellent shape for the shift into a post-industrial age. Speculates about physical and psychological reasons why Japan is able to adapt. (CP)

The role of Research Triangle Institute in North Carolina, described as the nation's largest and perhaps most prestigious research facility, is discussed. Activities in economic, scientific, sociological, and intellectual research are reviewed, along with the scholarly ambiance of the area and the impact of the new National Humanities Center to…

Discusses establishment, functions, program development, policy considerations, and future prospects of the Latin American Centre for Physics (CLAF) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (SL)

Investigates the communication behavior of professionals performing linking roles in the research dissemination process and the relationship of such professionals' behavior to effectiveness in facilitating research dissemination. (MH)

Loosely structured like think tanks, humanities research centers are the true intellectual homes of many humanities faculty members and are instrumental in breaking the hardened boundaries of the disciplines. (MSE)

A discussion of the emergence of science parks as an option for university-industry cooperation focuses on the university's role and the need for careful planning of the university's involvement. (Author/MSE)

Reports findings of a study based on interviews with more than 200 staff members of large research and development (R & D) organizations. The authors identify and discuss four career-development stages for R & D personnel and offer suggestions for managers of R & D organizations. (JG)

Author describes the facilities and services available at the University of Leeds Centre for Television Research. (HB)