There is probably no event of greater general scientific importance and interest than the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. It is held every year between Christmas and New Year's Day, so that scientists may be able to attend in full force. At other times, university duties might detain some or activities in far lands might keep them away.
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