Sir, - I endorse and applaud the suggestion made in your Editorial of September 9th that an Association for the Advancement of Science be established in Ireland.
The promotion of science and scientific research in Irish society, particularly among young people, is of significant importance to the future development of Ireland, both in terms of economic progress and our contribution to the advancement of knowledge. Any initiative that assists the achievement of this goal is worthy of strong support. - Yours, etc.,
Roger Downer, President, University of Limerick.