Science policy by conjuror's hat

Article Abstract:

The British government's new science policy reorganization under the project slogan EQuAl is misguided in that researchers are likely to be less motivated and British science will decline as a result. The program attempts to foster links between research enterprises and British industries using the Dept of Trade and Industry's marketing skills. However, the program removes science's Cabinet status, diminishing it to a subsection of commerce and concretely changes the terms of many researchers' positions, especially Robert May who goes from leading the science cabinet with control to being an underling.

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Science and wealth creation

Article Abstract:

The relationship between basic research and the creation of wealth in a country is discussed. Basic research enables industry and commerce to set their programs for progress. Research councils, with their funds, play a part both by providing a specific direction to research, or by supporting research directions specified by the country's gifted minds. Research councils' spending for basic research must also be integrated with those of certain government departments that have science budgets. The disadvantages of the establishment of the Office of Science and Technology in the UK are discussed.

Economic aspects, Research

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Is science a job for governments?

Article Abstract:

The British government is attempting to change its science policy and encourage more innovation and international competitiveness. However, its philosophy still looks to industry for innovation without adequately supporting research and development projects through funds rather than tax breaks. The essential problem is a lack of support for basic research which provides the foundation for both innovations and successful new scientists. Another main problem is also that science policy and science funding are determined by non-scientists.

Editorial

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