DOE labs: is evolution enough?

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The DOE is reevaluating the mission of its 26 laboratories. Cost-cutting and streamlining projects may not be enough to save some labs. In a role-playing simulation, a DOE panel decided to close some major labs, but was overruled by Congress, who delegated the decision to an independent commission.

Research, Planning, United States. Department of Energy, Government laboratories

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Privatized cancer journal triggers Senate reaction

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A publishing deal between the National Cancer Institute and Oxford University has triggered a Senate attempt to pass the Government Printing Act of 1997 to improve access to government information and prevent deals that allow profit from this information. Some scientists oppose the law.

Laws, regulations and rules, Contracts, University of Oxford, Science and technology policy, United States. Congress. Senate, Government information, Science publishing, United States. National Cancer Institute, United States. Government Printing Office

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