Examines the provision of national aviation weather services and related research and technology development efforts. This book discusses responsibilities and resources. It develops an approach whereby the federal government could…

Presents an assessment of mass spectrometry for enhanced trace detection (ETD) of chemicals contained in explosives. This report describes limitations of trace detection in technologies. It offers a discussion of…

A burning plasma in which at least 50 percent of the energy to drive the fusion reaction is generated internally is an essential step to reach the goal of fusion…

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…

Prepared at the request of NASA, this book presents steps to help prevent the erosion of US dominance in the global aeronautics market. It recommends the expansion of research on…

A report that presents the summary of a workshop held in May 2003 by the Space Studies Board’s Committee on Solar and Space Physics to synthesize understanding of the physics…

Concern over terrorist attacks since 2001 has directed attention to potential vulnerabilities of the nation’s water and wastewater systems. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which leads federal efforts to protect…

Talks about the concerns associated with microbiological, chemical, and physical hazards in the food supply. This book discusses such issues as: What are the primary hazards associated with the food…