Fading pan-European visions?: Making the most of European collaboration would seem to be sensible as pressures on research budgets intensify

Article Abstract:

At the time of the Treaty of Rome the main focus of attention was on technology based research projects in the fields of aerospace, space and nuclear. Science was not on the agenda, but a new entrant to European science politics is the European Parliament, which could have a major influence on scientific policy. The European Science Foundation (ESF) could pursue a pan-European agenda, but it is only a small group of people and needs to build a formal role.

Europe, Science and technology policy

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Powerful reactions: nuclear power has taken a meandering route, but it is here to stay

Article Abstract:

The US has around 100 nuclear power plants and the industry is gradually becoming accepted by the public as environmental and safety issues are discussed and resolved. In the long term, nuclear power is set to become a major portion of the world's energy resources.

Nuclear energy, Speeches, lectures and essays

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Powerful visions for astronomy

Article Abstract:

A prioritized wish list for public investment in astronomy during the first decade of the 21st century has been drawn up by more than 100 US astronomers. Recommendations include an 8-mt infrared telescope in space.

Finance, Astronomical research

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