Multidisciplinary office spurs debate: National Science Foundation

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Scientists in the NSF's Mathematics and Physical Science Directorate worry that the planned Office of Multidisciplinary Activities willdrain funds from basic research for industry-oriented programs. The new office's goal will be to integrate optical and environmental science and engineering research.

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NSF poised to continue novel program

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NSF authorities have indicated that the $60-million-a-year Science and Technology Centers program will continue and that current centers may be allowed to enter the next competition. Outside experts gave the program a favorable review.

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Smiles and status quo at NSF

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NSF director Neal Lane has a low-key manner that has kept the agency above partisan politics while maintaining its political and financial support. However, there have been few new research initiatives since he became director in 1993.

Science and state, Science policy, Lane, Neal

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