[en] The sequence of events leading to the discovery of fission are described with particular reference to the roles of James Chadwick and Otto Frisch. (Author)

[en] Depicts the nature and operations of the first truly international, decentralized and computerized information processing and dissemination system, INIS. The products of the system, consisting of various literature indexes issued in both printed form and on magnetic tapes are described and their utility to scientists is demonstrated

[en] The importance of IAN in the development of science and technology in the national contex is considered. The phenomen of science development was analyzed, through different institutions of Colombia

[en] This paper reports briefly first researches without success of the element 87, the heavier alkaline metal, and its discovery by Marguerite Perey during preparation of actinium sources and subsequent works. 7 refs

[en] The author's experience at Eurochemic and with non nuclear companies is reviewed. (AF)

[en] The history is described of the foundation of the former State Institute of Radiology in 1919 and the problems are outlined with the selection of the head of the Institute. The events are also described related to the loan of Czechoslovak radium to England through the then Czechoslovak Society for Radium Utilisation, Ltd., established on the basis of an agreement between the Czechoslovak State and the Imperial and Foreign Corporation, Ltd. in London. The certificate is shown for the secondary radium standard obtained by the Institute. Extensive scientific contacts of the Institute with foreign bodies are exemplified by letters between M. Curie and prof Frantisek Behounek, the then director of the Institute. (E.J.)

[en] A historical review is presented of the discovery of nuclear fission by Hahn and Strassmann in 1939, the preceding developments, and the development of nuclear-fission research and technology in the USA and Germany during World War II. (H.W.). 17 refs.; 10 figs

[en] The thesis explores the establishment of radiotherapy as a medical specialty in Britain; its development is explored within the context of hospital treatment and care for cancer patients. The themes examined in the thesis are: the role of hospital provision for cancer; the development of new medical therapies; the establishment of new medical specialities; the role of State support for medicine; public interest in cancer and its treatment. (author)

[en] A brief account of the life and work of the famous scientist is given

[en] This note recalls the Irene and Frederic Joliot-Curie discovery and the context in which it has been done