A history of basic research is presented, beginning with Dr. Ira Remson, the first professor of organic chemistry at Johns Hopkins University and his research into the atomic nature of matter and isotopes. Some important findings occur by accident like the discovery of saccharine. Pure research can have far reaching applications to make the practical discoveries of tomorrow.

Krilium is a synthetic polyectrolyte produced by the Monsanto Corporation that acts as a soil stabilizer. Krilium treated soil forms firm aggregates or crumbs that are resistant to the leaching and washing to keep soil structure intact.

A detailed look at the production and direction of an installment of the Johns Hopkins science review is shown including the technical details of television transmission and broadcasting.

The most efficient time for planting crops can be determined by scientific methods. A study of climatic factors leads to the development of a growth index for setting a time table for planting anad harvesting for producing crops with the best quality.

Tests are performed to judge the capability to operate an automobile. Vision, depth perception, reaction time, and knowledge of safety factors, road conditions, and traffic laws affect the capability to drive.

Chemical analysis of the key elements of plant and animal life, chlorophyll and hemoglobin is presented.

A young boy with rheumatic heart disease and an enlarged heart is treated successfully with ACTH, a drug developed from a pituitary hormone of pigs. Includes a film "Report on the living," produced by the Documentary Company for the Federal Security Agency, Public Health Service.

Glass blowing and working techniques can be used to make delicate and accurate glass instruments, which are used in scientific and medical experimentation.

In 1939 the presence of the Rh factor was discovered to be in the blood of a large majority of human beings. This explains the some of the problems in pregnancy and childbirth when a father is Rh positive and the mother is Rh negative, which can cause hemolytic disease of newborns.

Feeding children from infancy through early childhood is discussed. Forced feeding at set times is no longer recommended. Instead an infant should be fed when it is hungry. At 1-2 months solid food can be introduced beginning with bland cereals, followed by fruit, vegetables, and then meat. Food should be supplemented with vitamins C and D in the infant diet with orange juice and cod liver oil, or in concentrated forms. For older children, a balanced diet is recommended along with behavioral methods of dealing with meal times.