Beyond the Endless Frontier

Science, the Endless Frontier is the 1945 policy document that articulates the dominant rationale for the US government’s investment in scientific research. The influence of Science, the Endless Frontier on science policy discussions and actions cannot be overstated—continuing with the recently proposed Endless Frontier Act now being debated in Congress. The essays here examine the legacy of Science, the Endless Frontier and evaluate the best path forward for science’s ability to deliver societal benefits.

Fostering Innovation to Strengthen US Competitiveness Through the National Science Foundation

Technology innovation is one of the twenty-first century’s key economic battlegrounds. After decades of concern that America’s competitiveness in the global economy is at risk, China’s economic expansion—coupled with the recent military… Read More

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