Flying blind
Article Abstract:
Expectations that the federal budget will be cut places the work done by the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Bureau of Labor Statistics in jeopardy. Cuts could eliminate the compilation and analysis of relevant economic statistics necessary for government policy.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1996
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Blind spots
Article Abstract:
Visual blind spots have been the focus of scientific research in order to gain more knowledge of the visual processes. Self-administered tests provide insight into the scientific conclusions that are presented.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1992
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How the blind draw
Article Abstract:
Studies show that blind and sighted people share some form of pictorial shorthand. This indicates a close relationship between vision and touch and leads to changes in the understanding of sensory perception.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
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