Elie A. Shneour identifies the urgent need for scientists to become advocates in his commentary entitled "United States Science Under Siege" (The Scientist, Nov. 11, 1991, page 14). I agree, and further suggest that the science community adopt new standards for public responsibility based on the reality that the continued flow of public funds depends upon the flow of value back to the public. I propose that members of the science community dedicate one hour a week to communicating to the publi
I propose that members of the science community dedicate one hour a week to communicating to the public. Suggestions for using this time include:
In short, scientists should themselves become the grass-roots movement. Poll after poll tells us that the public holds the scientific community in high regard. It is time for us to act, to put that good opinion to work in support of science. No one will do it for us!
MARY WOOLLEY
President
Research!America
Alexandria, Va.
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