Science and technology leadership in american government: ensuring the best presidential appointments
Auteur :
Institute of Medicine / National Academy of Engineering / National Academy of Sciences / Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy / Panel on Presidentially Appointed Scientists and Engineers
Éditeur :
National Academies Press
ISBN :
9780309047272
Date de publication :
1 févr. 1992
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The US government is involved in activities that have significant scientific and technical (S&T) components. This book delves into the reasons these federal S&T-related positions are vacant, identifies the consequences, and recommends a series of changes to reduce the hurdles and disincentives posed by the appointment and confirmation process.