The Evolution of U.S. Science and Defense Research Policies: Difference between revisions

* '''Science, The Endless Frontier (1945)''': This influential report by Vannevar Bush outlined the critical role of scientific research in the post-World War II era. It advocated for increased government support for basic research, emphasizing the importance of federal funding to ensure national security, economic growth, and public welfare. The report recommended the establishment of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and promoted the idea that universities should be central hubs for research and training. Its vision laid the groundwork for the modern relationship between the U.S. government and the scientific community, setting a precedent for ongoing federal investment in scientific inquiry and innovation.