A Space Physics Paradox: Why Has Increased Funding Been Accompanied by Decreased Effectiveness in the Conduct of Space Physics Research?
Author:   National Research Council ,  Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences ,  Division on Earth and Life Studies ,  Space Studies Board
Publisher:   National Academies Press
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9780309051774


Pages:   112
Publication Date:   01 February 1994
Format:   Paperback
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A Space Physics Paradox: Why Has Increased Funding Been Accompanied by Decreased Effectiveness in the Conduct of Space Physics Research?


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This book investigates and analyzes several disturbing trends in government support for space physics research over the past decade. The authors identify funding and management problems that thwart cost efficiency within this discipline, and suggest possible solutions. The volume also has broader implications for anyone engaged in research or in the funding and organizing of space physics research. Table of Contents Front Matter Executive Summary 1 Introduction 2 Big Science, Little Science, and Their Relation to Space Physics 3 Research Funding Trends 4 Demographics 5 Base Program Funding Trends in Space Physics 6 Trends in the Conduct of Space Physics 7 Conclusions and Recommendations References Appendix A: Space Physics Missions Appendix B: The Solar Telescope That Saw No Light

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Author:   National Research Council ,  Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences ,  Division on Earth and Life Studies ,  Space Studies Board
Publisher:   National Academies Press
Imprint:   National Academies Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.181kg
ISBN:  

9780309051774


ISBN 10:   0309051770
Pages:   112
Publication Date:   01 February 1994
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock   Availability explained
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1 Front Matter; 2 Executive Summary; 3 1 Introduction; 4 2 Big Science, Little Science, and Their Relation to Space Physics; 5 3 Research Funding Trends; 6 4 Demographics; 7 5 Base Program Funding Trends in Space Physics; 8 6 Trends in the Conduct of Space Physics; 9 7 Conclusions and Recommendations; 10 References; 11 Appendix A: Space Physics Missions; 12 Appendix B: The Solar Telescope That Saw No Light

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