Debate on H bombs fall-out and heredity risks
An editors note surveys genetics and radiation science, asking how radioactivity from natural sources, medical X rays, and fallout from tests may mutate human germ cells. It cites NAS findings, expert estimates, and views of Sturtevant Stern and Muller on the heredity danger and possible safeguards.
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Singapore Chinese Mobs Riot Rages Across Singapore
Chinese mobs rioted in Singapore as authorities tried to end a Red inspired student strike. Four demonstrators were killed and about 80 injured in outbreaks across the island. Police fired on protesters with gunfire and tear gas as 2,000 students continued sit downs at Chung Cheng High and another Chinese school.
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Ike Hails Atoms for Peace Unit Secretive U N A Hails Atoms Peace Efforts
President Eisenhower praised the International Atomic Energy Agency and pledged 11,006 pounds of nuclear material for peaceful use while outlining a three point plan to ratify governing statutes, transfer materials, and match other nations’ contributions. He announced US readiness to supply uranium and matched materials once the agency is established, at a session of the 82 nation conference.
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