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Overview
Is the United States in danger of losing its competitive edge in science and technology (S&T)? In response to this concern, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness asked RAND to convene a meeting to review evidence presented by experts from academia, government, and the private sector. The resulting papers provide a partial survey of the facts, challenges, and questions posed by the potential erosion of U.S. S&T capability.
Synopsis
Is the United States in danger of losing its competitive edge in science and technology (S&T)? In response to this concern, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness asked RAND to convene a meeting to review evidence presented by experts from academia, government, and the private sector. The resulting papers provide a partial survey of the facts, challenges, and questions posed by the potential erosion of U.S. S&T capability.