As part of its mandate from Congress, the National Science Board oversees the collection of a very broad set of quantitative information about U.S. science, engineering and technology, and every 2 years publishes the data and trends in its "Science and Engineering Indicators" ("Indicators") report. On occasion, the data reveal trends that raise…

Presents information on Japanese engineering education and productivity which shows that education in Japan has been an instrument to achieve economic ends. Among areas addressed are development of educational policy, industry role, emphasis on engineering since end of World War II, studying in United States, and adaptive approach to…

This pamphlet presents conclusions related to the compendium of factual data called "Science and Engineering Indicators" (published every 2 years) about the strengths and weaknesses of American science and technology and offers recommendations for action. American science and engineering are vibrant and productive, although the United States no…