Feze Two Dr. Hugh Pratt March 20, 1979 society and culture. It is my intention, and thus the cross-disciplinary nature of the symposium participants, to discuss the manifold ways in which the fallout has affected this unique island population, and the numerous problems encountered over the years in relation to data collection, and especially interpretation. In addition, the symposium will examine the ecological effects (if any. . .), and the ways in which Marshallese culture has been touched by the ongoing radiological problems. It was my experience that there existed a monumental chasm between the Marshallese perspective (or "emic" in anthropological terms), and the perspective maintained by the U.S. doctors (or "etic"), and it might be fruitful to explore these differing perspectives in order to ultimately improve the medical treatment of the people. In that sense, I would hope that my research and eventual disser-— tation will benefit both the Marshallese and the Brooknaven team. In that context, I have another request: Is there any possibility tnat I might accompany you aodoard the “Liktanur” during the June survey? The opportunity to visit the Marshalls with your team would be invaluable for my research, and JI would also appreciate the chance to see my friends on Utirik once avain. I realize that space aboard your ship is at a premium, but I am actually not very large in stature, and would neatly fit into the smallest space. Additionally, I would expect to vay for all of the expenses associated with such a venture. Please how you feel about this. Also, ¥ let meknow would very much appreciate hearing from you about the present state of the exposed (and non- exposed) Marshallese Anything you can convey would be avpreciated. Well, Dr. Pratt, I am looking forward to hearing from you in the near future, and wish you the best of luck in tne Marsnalls. And please pass on a "Yokwe Kom" to my friends on Utirix: Sincerely yours, Yew HMMiateeg Glenn H. Alcalay ie JOOGHbO