Urges continued federal aid for research grants and contracts to universities in the area of aerospace technology because of the practical benefits to mankind and also because universities serve as repositories of the brainpower that "fuels" technological advancement. (BR)

This volume represents the collection of papers and panel discussions of the (NASA)/University Conference held in October 1974. The purpose of this conference was to bring together representatives from universities, government, and industry to discuss and assess trends and opportunities in aeronautical engineering education with the expectation of…

This paper describes a program at Old Dominion University (ODU) which engages qualified graduate students in a professional research/design experience while simultaneously providing the academic environment for full-time study. During the two years, students are provided a stipend and tuition expenses under a study grant from the National…