Setting Science Priorities
The committee focused on America’s priorities in the field of science. They met to outline the strengths and weaknesses in the nations exist… read more
The committee focused on America’s priorities in the field of science. They met to outline the strengths and weaknesses in the nations existing science program and to assess potential future needs for scientific research. They heard from several witnesses, including the directors of the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, as well as other earth and science related agencies. close
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- John Bahchall Scholar Institute for Advanced Study
- James Baker President Joint Oceanographic Institute
- Walter Massey Director National Science Foundation
- Kumar Patel Member Bell Laboratories
- James Powell Member National Science Foundation
- Paul Risser Vice President University of New Mexico
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