The article discusses the relationship between meteorological and social cycles and reproductive behavior, highlighting that historical data from the 16th century suggests that marriage timing and cultural practices may explain bimodal birth patterns. It notes that the high rate of live births around September could be linked to marriages in November, with conception occurring within two months in about 58% of cases. The study's historical aspect was supported by grants from the Sigma Xi Society and the Wenner-Gren Foundation. The article also introduces new appointments in scientific fields, such as Mr. John Clemow as head of the Nuclear Physics Division of the Science Research Council, and Prof. B. R. Morton as chair of applied mathematics at Monash University. Dr. Morton's research focuses on geophysical fluid dynamics, fluid mechanics, and other related fields. The article then covers research in education, noting funding for school-related projects and the role of the Directorate of Research and Information in advising on research policy and technical information dissemination. Finally, it mentions the University Building Programme, stating that 25% of the planned construction for universities and colleges would begin in 1966-67, unaffected by recent financial changes.The article discusses the relationship between meteorological and social cycles and reproductive behavior, highlighting that historical data from the 16th century suggests that marriage timing and cultural practices may explain bimodal birth patterns. It notes that the high rate of live births around September could be linked to marriages in November, with conception occurring within two months in about 58% of cases. The study's historical aspect was supported by grants from the Sigma Xi Society and the Wenner-Gren Foundation. The article also introduces new appointments in scientific fields, such as Mr. John Clemow as head of the Nuclear Physics Division of the Science Research Council, and Prof. B. R. Morton as chair of applied mathematics at Monash University. Dr. Morton's research focuses on geophysical fluid dynamics, fluid mechanics, and other related fields. The article then covers research in education, noting funding for school-related projects and the role of the Directorate of Research and Information in advising on research policy and technical information dissemination. Finally, it mentions the University Building Programme, stating that 25% of the planned construction for universities and colleges would begin in 1966-67, unaffected by recent financial changes.