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American science

Coverage of American science in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 16 · 07:00 UTCMost recent: Aug 11 · 08:00 UTC
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  • SCIENCEAug 11 · 08:00 UTCWAR ON THE ROCKS
    Who Pays for America’s Research and Development?

    Historically, when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik in 1957, the U.S. government was the primary patron of American science, funding nearly two-thirds of research and development, largely for defense. While federal dollars previously drove technological advancement, that arrangement has now inverted. Today, industry funds roughly three-quarters of U.S. research and development, with Washington's share being less than a fifth.

  • SCIENCEJun 16 · 07:00 UTCSCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
    Thomas Rosenbaum

    Thomas Rosenbaum, the Caltech president, discusses recommitting to American science.