Tag Archives: Department of Energy

Science Funding and the Ideological Divide

By Michael S. Lubell Special to Roll Call There was a time, and it really wasn’t so long ago, that despite their differences, Democrats and Republicans could reliably agree on two policy judgments: Science plays a central role in building the nation’s future, and federal science support is required to achieve many key national goals. […]

Research & Development Critical to Advanced Manufacturing

The American Physical Society applauds President Obama’s new initiative to revitalize the nation’s economy by bringing together federal research agencies, universities and industries to support emerging technologies that will lead to high-quality manufacturing jobs. “APS is delighted that the White House has put a spotlight on advanced manufacturing. It is not only essential for the […]

Science Under Attack

The results of the November 2 elections will transform the House of Representatives from a pro-science chamber to one that is at worst overtly hostile to federal research and education programs or at best highly skeptical of their worth.  Although some new members will submit bills to eliminate the Department of Education, the Department of […]

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