Discusses the need for a coherent federal information policy that would provide access to domestic and foreign scientific and technical information, foster the competitiveness of American corporations, and recognize the role of the National Technical Information Service within the federal government. (10 references) (CLB)

The issue of constraints on the publication of research results is discussed from the perspective of clashing values: free speech versus censorship in protection of national defense. The problems of secrecy as well as of disclosure are examined. Greater conflict between academe and military interests is foreseen. (MSE)

The examples in this portfolio demonstrate how technology transfer among universities, businesses, and federal laboratories solve real-world problems, and create new goods and services. They reveal how, through strengthening the infrastructure joining private and public sectors, Colorado can better compete in the global marketplace. All of the…