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      Laser Radar: Progress and Opportunities in Active Electro-Optical Sensing

      National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Review of Advancements in Active Electro-Optical Systems to Avoid Technological Surprise Adverse to U.S. National Security

      In today’s world, the range of technologies with the potential to threaten the security of U.S. military forces is extremely broad. These include developments in explosive materials, sensors, control systems…

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      Beam Technologies for Integrated Processing

      Committee on Beam Technologies: Opportunities in Attaining Fully Integrated Processing Systems,Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems,National Research Council,National Academy of Sciences

      Beam technologies play an important role in microelectronic component fabrication. This volume identifies various beam technologies and their applications in electronics and other manufacturing processes. Recommendations for research and development…

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      Re-Engineering Water Storage in the Everglades: Risks and Opportunities

      National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Water Science and Technology Board,Committee on Restoration of the Greater Everglades Ecosystem

      To remedy the degradation of the Everglades, Everglades Restoration Plan was formulated in 1999 with the goal of restoring the original hydrologic conditions of its remaining natural ecosystem. This report…

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      The Aging Mind: Opportunities in Cognitive Research

      Committee on Future Directions for Cognitive Research on Aging,Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences,National Research Council

      Possible breakthroughs in understanding the aging mind that can be used to benefit older people are now emerging from research. This volume identifies the key scientific advances and the opportunities…

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      Preparing the Next Generation of Earth Scientists: An Examination of Federal Education and Training Programs

      National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Trends and Opportunities in Federal Earth Science Education and Workforce Development

      Earth science is vital to the wellbeing of the United States and many of its issues. As a result, the US Geological Survey (USGS) Office of Science Quality and Integrity…

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      Governance and Opportunity in Metropolitan America

      Committee on Improving the Future of U.S. Cities Through Improved Metropolitan Area Governance

      America’s cities have symbolized the nation’s prosperity, dynamism, and innovation. This book addresses the condition of the city from the perspective of the larger metropolitan region. It offers important perspectives…

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      Opportunities for High-Power, High-Frequency Transmitters to Advance Ionospheric/Thermospheric Research: Report of a Workshop

      National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Space Studies Board,Committee on the Role of High-Power, High-Frequency-Band Transmitters in Advancing Ionospheric/Thermospheric Research: A Workshop

      Presents the summary of a workshop convened by the Space Studies Board of the National Research Council in May 2013.

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      Depression in Parents, Parenting, and Children: Opportunities to Improve Identification, Treatment, and Prevention

      Committee on Depression, Parenting Practices, and the Healthy Development of Children,National Research Council,Institute of Medicine

      Depression is a widespread condition affecting approximately 7.5 million parents in the U.S. each year and may be putting at least 15 million children at risk for adverse health outcomes…

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      Building the U.S. Battery Industry for Electric Drive Vehicles: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities: Summary of a Symposium

      National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Board on Science, Technology, and Economic Policy,Committee on Competing in the 21st Century: Best Practice in State and Regional Innovation Initiatives,Subcommittee on Electric Drive Battery Research and Development Activities

      Best practice in state and regional innovation –Cover.

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      Biological Science and Biotechnology in Russia: Controlling Diseases and Enhancing Security

      Committee on Future Contributions of the Biosciences to Public Health, Agriculture, Basic Research, Counter-Terrorism, and Non-Proliferation Activities,Office for Central Europe and Eurasia,Development, Security, and Cooperation,Policy and Global Affairs,National Research Council

      Offers a number of recommendations that could help restore Russia’s ability to join with the United States and the broader international community in leading an expanded global effort to control…

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