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Schmitt, Roland W. – Science, 1984
An analysis of how the government can and cannot use research and development (R&D) policy to improve the nation's industrial posture suggests four guidelines for federal R&D policy. These guidelines are outlined and discussed. Areas analyzed include federal role; competition from Japan; support for university research, immigration policy,…
Descriptors: Competition, Federal Aid, Financial Support, Government Role
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Weiss, Charles, Jr. – Science, 1985
Discusses the World Bank's role in helping scientific and technological development in developing countries. Areas considered include bank support for science and technology, agricultural research/extension, international agricultural and health research, education and training, support for industrial innovation, energy, research and policy, and…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Developing Nations, Energy, Financial Support
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Shapley, Deborah – Science, 1973
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Ecological Factors, Environmental Education, Government Role
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Baram, Michael S. – Science, 1973
Author proposes models for decision making in areas related to bringing industry and consumers closer. Recent consumer protection laws and environmental quality alike compel industry not to ignore its social impact. Cautious planning and procedures should be evolved to establish coherence between industry and society. (PS)
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Decision Making, Environment, Industry
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Schmitt, Roland W. – Science, 1983
Many proposals have been made for new universities in U.S. research and development (R&D) systems. However, current foundations and strengths should be examined before attempting untried approaches. Areas addressed include the supporting environment, university research system, industrial R&D capability, defense-related R&D, and…
Descriptors: College Science, Development, Higher Education, Industry
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Carter, Luther J. – Science, 1980
Announces the directive of President Carter to the National Science Foundation and the Department of Education to review science and engineering education policies at the secondary and university levels. The study is based on the concern that these policies are inadequate for preserving the nation's strength. (Author/SA)
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Educational Research, Engineering Education, Graduate Study
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Mervis, Jeffrey – Science, 1995
Examines a trend toward increased corporate funding of upgrades to aging academic labs and equipment prompted by the loss of federal money. Discusses the benefits and dangers of university alignment with industrial research agendas. (LZ)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Financial Support, Higher Education, Industry
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Abelson, Philip H.; Hammond, Allen L. – Science, 1976
Economic growth will be constrained by supplies of energy and raw materials. Natural resource ownership is shifting toward nationalization rather than foreign ownership. Energy prices and environmental awareness are forcing reevaluation of extracting and processing techniques. These developments will affect the industrial and social character of…
Descriptors: Developed Nations, Developing Nations, Economic Change, Economic Progress
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Varrin, Robert D.; Kukich, Diane S. – Science, 1985
Guidelines for successful university ties with industry are discussed. Topics covered include publication rights, patents, copyrights, confidentiality, research units, faculty consultants, faculty entrepreneurs, international agreements, sharing personnel/equipment, and model research agreements. Advocates that success lies in anticipating…
Descriptors: College Science, Cooperative Programs, Guidelines, Higher Education
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Allen, Alan A.; And Others – Science, 1970
Descriptors: Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Research, Field Studies
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Moncrief, Lewis W. – Science, 1970
Pollution is seen as prevalent throughout man's history and currently accentuated by democracy, industrialization, and capitalism. Faith in technology, lack of decisive response by social institutions, and absence of personal moral direction mediate against rapid solution of the environmental crisis. (JM)
Descriptors: Anthropology, Cultural Influences, Democratic Values, Economic Factors
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Science, 1983
The Standard Oil Company of Ohio (SOHIO) will underwrite the Science Resources for the Schools (SRS) program which is aimed at U.S. junior high schools. The $1.67 million project will provide schools with science resources to help them upgrade their science education capabilities. Highlights of the program are provided. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Financial Support, Grants, Industry
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Boffey, Philip M. – Science, 1977
Reports recent Senate budget authorization bill that directs the National Science Foundation "to insure that researchers in industry would be permitted to compete for (basic research funds) on an equal basis with researchers in the academic sector." Offers rationale for and discusses consequences of such a shift in policy regarding NSF…
Descriptors: Federal Government, Financial Policy, Financial Support, Grants
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Fassel, Velmer A. – Science, 1978
Describes the use of atomic spectra that are excited in inductively coupled plasmas for the simultaneous or sequential determination of the elements at all concentration levels. (HM)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, Metal Industry
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Hirst, Eric; Carney, Janet – Science, 1978
An engineering-economic simulation model of residential energy use is employed to evaluate the effects of nine different residential energy-use "futures" as to economic impact on Americans to the year 2000. (Author/CP)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Economics, Energy, Energy Conservation
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