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Atkinson, Richard C.; Blanpied, William A. – Issues in Science and Technology, 1985
Argues that both science and society will be better served if the scientific community recognizes that it must assume a strong, coherent negotiating stance in its relationship with government as it did 40 years ago. Defense of the peer review principle is essential to the achievement of this stance. (JN)
Descriptors: Government Role, Higher Education, Peer Evaluation, Research and Development
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Balzer, Harley D. – Issues in Science and Technology, 1985
Examines the gap between American and Soviet science, tracing the gap to overcentralization, an aversion to risk, and emphasis on theory at the expense of application. Indicates that Soviet leaders are aware of some of the problems but that barriers to reform remain strong and prospects for real change are limited. (JN)
Descriptors: Budgets, Educational Trends, Enrollment, Foreign Countries
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Norris, William C. – Issues in Science and Technology, 1985
Describes Control Data Corporation's efforts to encourage cooperative research and development ventures in advanced technology. Argues that industry, government, and universities together can provide the necessary support to help new enterprises prosper. Regional cooperation among states to encourage technology exchange is endorsed. (DH)
Descriptors: Cooperative Planning, Cooperative Programs, Government Role, Higher Education
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Brooks, Harvey – Issues in Science and Technology, 1988
Notes the contributions that research universities are making to research and development in the United States, including their impact on science policy and economic growth. Urges that more funds be put into academic research institutions, arguing that current levels are proportionately low. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Engineering, Federal Aid, Higher Education