International Society for the Study of Human Development March 26, 1968 Present: Dr. Walcher U.C. - Drs. Bayley, Eichron, and Mussen Stanford - Drs. Bernfield, Doherty, Dornbusch, Freeman, Greenberg, Hess, Kretchmer, Levine, Maccoby, Page, Schimke, Schwartz, Siegel, and Wessells A number of international organizations which were formed in the past few years were discussed, e.g. the Developmental Physiology Club met in Prague in 1965 and its major purpose was to establish communica- tion between East and West via a Translation Center for scientific papers; a Neonatology Club was initiated at the International Associa- tion of Pediatrics in Tokyo; an International Society of Human Develop- ment, planned by Dr. Havighurst for the purpose of organizing a group interested in development who were oriented particularly toward behav- ioral sciences and education; and the International Society for Develop- mental Biology and International Association of Human Biologists. , Dr. Walcher gave a brief statement of his attitudes concerning the purpose of the proposed Society and its goal: Would hope to integrate the concepts of all the above societies. NICHD wants to foster interna- tional communication between biological sciences and behavioral sciences. It was suggested that a “holding company" be organized with the concept that the organization would encompass those disciplines concerned with human development. It is imperative that there should be conmunica- tion between molecular development and individual or social development. The group agreed that a definite sectional organization of sec- tional interests should wait until there is a discussion of purposes and goals of the Society. Dr. Greenberg could see the value of having access to material from other countries, which is difficult to obtain at present. Dr. Walcher said that he would hope that this Society would be inovative and was cap- able of breaking down the traditional insularity. Dr. Dornbusch said that the emphasis should be on clarity so as to insure communication effectively. Dr. Maccoby felt that research -2- endeavor was an essential aspect of such a Society and would be the basis for exchange. Dr. Eichorn thought that grouping research papers of sub-disciplines offers source for interested outsiders. She also cited the advantage of taking a specific interdisciplinary topic and preparing it for those areas outside the specific disciplines. It is possible that the format of sec- tions inclines toward separation and cuts off communication within dis- ciplines also. The group agreed that the concept of such an International Society for the Study of Human Development was worthwhile. There was general agreement of the need for a general format which would guarantee communi- cation. It was discussed that it was possible to select a general topic, such as malnutrition, which would be interesting for everyone. The Society should insure intercommunication through planned symposia of gen- eral interest, not excluding specialities; it could have one theme for a whole meeting, insuring interdisciplinary participation. The possibilities of a journal for the Society was discussed. The group was informed of Mr. Karger's journal called "Human Development" which the Society could take over and have a free hand. Dr. Kretchmer suggested that this not be a journal of original articles, but would be effective if it contained articles which were of general interest and also speculative in nature. Dr. Kretchmer outlined the construct of organization, i.e. chairmen of each section would become members of the Executive Board. Some people believed that it was not a good idea to start out with sections at first, but that the fractionation could wait until the sec- tions form naturally. Dr. Mussen said he would rather aim toward a fresh approach and not include those people from existing and traditional soci- eties. Dr. Kretchmer felt that the sections should indicate the scope of the Society and this would be an asset in encouraging membership from many disciplines. Dr. Hess saw more of an advantage to starting out with three or four very general sections and then enlarging as membership grew. Dr. Dornbusch saw the need for the Society to express a diversity of backgrounds. He favored a few general groupings, under which should be included every conceivable area, thereby this could express aspirations for inclusion of many interests. c belong to their own individual sroups. Dr. Levine answered that there was a need for some kind of integrated organization, since everyone does not have his own society. Dr. Schinke saw a need not for a society but merely symposia with a publication reacily available. Dr. Kretchmer que- ried whether a group of this size (present group) should constitute the International Society, with no sections. The sroup would be responsible for meetings and journal. Dr. Bayley cited psychology societies of this a minimal organization, whose function is to meet he o type where there only once a year and where the work load is carried by a few people. Dr. Mussen saw the International Society as simplifying a tremea- dous chore, that of data collection, since it is possible that data col- lection would be facilitated. He saw the practical aspects of a large society facilitating the acquisition o£ scientific information. Dr. Dornbusch said that a small executive group could stimulate exciting journal articles and programs. It was announced there would be a founding fathers meeting in Bethesca, which would have international representation. Dr. Kretchmer asked for suggestions of international and national representatives from particular fields. The group agreed to send him a list of recommended £ people, both national and international. Dr. Walcher requested that members of this group send the names of the individuals best suited to chair each section. He would like one recommendation from within the United States, and one for the rest of the world exclusive of thea United States for each of the eleven sections. @ also requested that the group suggest other significant sections which were not represented on the present list, and which they falt should be recognized. Br. Walcher reiterated that the desire of the NICHD was to advance the science base through a Society of Human Development. The meeting was adjourned at noon. ‘ Cy INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Stanford Planning Meeting, September 24, 1968 Dr. Henry L. Barnett Secretary, Medical Advisory Board Foundation for International Child Health New York City Dr. Sanford Dornbusch Professor of Sociology Stanford University Dr. Frank Falkner Director, Perinatal Biology and Infant Mortality Branch National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Bethesda, Maryland Dr. Robert Greenberg Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Human Development Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. Clifford Grobstein Vice Chancellor for Medicine and the Biological Sciences Dean, School of Medicine University of California, San Diego La Jolla, California Dr. David Hamburg Professor and Executive Head Department of Psychiatry Stanford University Dr. Norman Kretchmer Professor and Executive Head Department of Pediatrics and Human Deve lopment Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. Joshua Lederberg Executive Head and Professor of Genetics Professor of Biology Stanford University School of Medicine Miss Betty Barton NICHD Dr. Charles Lowe Scientific Director National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Bethesda, Maryland Dr. Eleanor Maccoby Professor of Psychology Director of Laboratory of Human Development Stanford University Dr. Guy McKhann Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Human Development Stanford University School of Medicine to be: Kennedy Professor of Neurology and Executive Head Department of Neurology Johns Hopkins University College of Medicine Baltimore, Maryland Mr. Clifton Metzner Fogarty International Center Bethesda, Maryland Dr. Bernice Neugarten Professor of Human Development University of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Dr. Robert Slater President, Association for the Aid of Crippled Children New York City Dr. Dwain Walcher Associate Director for Planning and Evaluation National Institute of Child Health _and Human Development Bethesda, Maryland Dr. Otakar Koldovsky Visiting Professor Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. William Greulich Consultant, NIH Dr. Paul Mussen University of California, Berkeley I. TI. III. IV. AGENDA INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Stanford Planning Meeting, September 24, 1968 Background Information a) b) c) qd) e) History of International Society for Study of Human Development. 1) Prague - Kretchmer 2) Germany - Neugarten 3) Child Development - Falkner Objectives: To bring together diverse groups so that there may be communication as well as awareness of diverse efforts in human de- velopment. Interest of NICHD - Walcher. Interest of AACC & FICH - Barnett. Interest of Fogarty Center - Metzner. General Overall Plan - U.S., Europe, U.S., Bethesda. Suggestions for Organization of Society a) b) c) Federation of various subsections which could meet separately and also together. "Holding Company" of people from different disciplines who would plan symposia, maybe publish a newsletter; an abstracting service or a journal. Conclusion, with a statement concerning the formation of the Society. Consideration of Program for Meeting in Bethesda a) b) Outline of purpose - Walcher. Development of Program - Kretchmer. 1) Delineation of specific areas of interest 2) Delineation of specific topics 3) Determination of potential participants Conclusions and Adjournment