Contents: Overview of U.S. Science and Technology Policy; What are Some Perspectives on Science and Technology Policy?; Who Makes Decisions Regarding Science an

Scientific and technical knowledge and guidance influences not just policy related to science and technology, but also many of today's public policies as policy

The term “STEM education” refers to teaching and learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It typically includes educatio

Science and technology policy is widely recognized as a critically important sphere of state activity. This book presents an authoritative overview of comparati

During the latter half of the twentieth century, federal funding in the United States for scientific research and development increased dramatically. Yet despit