(4) YA Lives in Science series. Seven physicists whose scientific discoveries have contributed to the field of nuclear science are profiled in this book. Unfortunately, controversial topics such as nuclear weapons production, government involvement in scientific research, and the difficulties faced by women in science are rendered as personal dilemmas rather than as ethical concerns for the greater scientific community. Black-and-white historical photographs accompany the text. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford