Contained are articles on three main aspects of science and technology. Part I contains articles related to the "Socio-Economic Impact of Science and Technology." The articles in Part II are grouped under a broad title, "The Structure, Function and Responsibilities of the Executive and Legislative Bodies in the Development of Science Policy." This…

This document presents the National Science Foundation (NSF) review of science education strategies and models that have been developed and pursued via NSF support during the period 1959-1976. The review describes how federal policy and strategies on science education have changed over time and how they have affected programs and budgets. Also…

Describes the Solar Energy Research Institute (SERI) its growth, mission, and projected future role. (SL)

Presented are analyses of data gathered from the evaluation of the National Science Foundation's Comprehensive Assistance to Undergraduate Science Education (CAUSE) program projects funded between 1976 and 1978. Broad focus techniques were used, which include both a survey of 201 CAUSE project directors and the content analysis of 273 funded CAUSE…

This hearing was held to review the educational benefits of the U.S. Space Program. Testimony was given by three panels of experts related to this topic. The three panels consisted of: (1) Daniel S. Goldin, Administrator, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA); Dan Brandenstein, Captain, U.S. Navy, NASA Astronaut; and Damon Butler,…

Data in the tables of this publication were derived from the Survey of Federal Funds for Research and Development. They reflect research and development funding (R&D) levels as reported by 32 federal agencies from March through October 1994. The agencies reported their data as obligations and outlays incurred, or expected to be incurred,…