Armenian relief and reconstruction

An appeal for financial aid for the scientific community of Armenia was adopted unanimously at the December 15 meeting of the Board of Directors of Science for Peace in Toronto. Funds raised are to — be transmitted to the Armenian Academy of Sciences to be used at its discretion in relief and reconstruction of scientific life, including assistance in the role played in the Academy as part of the rehabilitation of the Armenian Republic. Preliminary donations from Board members alone amount to about $700, prior to this appeal.

Contributions should be made to Science for Peace and sent to the Assistant Treasurer, Professor Henry Cooperstock, Science for Peace, University College, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ont. M5S 1A1. Please mark on your cheques (or on accompanying notes) that the money is to be used for Armenia.

It is hoped that all will respond generously. SfP members are encouraged to solicit colleagues and friends for contributions. Journalists and other professionals throughout the world have launched major appeals. Scientists should to do no less.