The Defense Science Board concluded that Sea Basing will be a critical future joint military capability. This report of the workshop includes an examination of Sea Basing operational concepts; ship…

The establishment of the US Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in 1983 presents the nation with an opportunity and a challenge to wisely use its diverse resources. This book assesses the…

A grand challenge for science is to understand the human implications of global environmental change and to help society cope with those changes. Virtually all the scientific questions associated with…

The national information infrastructure (NII) holds the promise of connecting people of all ages and descriptions-bringing them opportunities to interact with businesses, government agencies, entertainment sources, and social networks. This…

Applies the concepts of adaptive management to complex, high-risk hazardous waste sites that are typical of the military, EPA, and other responsible parties. This work suggests ways to make progress…

Recommends a different process for the US Environmental Protection Agency to use in deciding which potential drinking water contaminants should be regulated in public water supplies to provide the greatest…

Brings to light trends in the support of life scientists beginning their professional careers. This volume aims to present data about the trends and examine their implications.

Discusses the complex management challenges in Yellowstone National Park. This report examines the evidence that increased ungulate populations are responsible for the changes in vegetation and that the changes represent…