Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of environmental research programs, describes the desirable characteristics of an effective program, and recommends cultural and organizational changes to improve the performance of environmental research.

Cooperation and partnerships for spatial data activities among the federal government, state and local governments, and the private sector will be essential for the development of a robust National Spatial…

The National Science Foundation’s Division of Atmospheric Sciences (ATM) supports research to develop new understanding of Earth’s atmosphere and how the Sun impacts it. Strategic Guidance for the National Science…

US-Japan meetings on laboratory animal science have been held virtually every year since 1980 under the US-Japan Cooperative Program on Science and Technology. Over the years these meetings have resulted…

The city of Pittsburgh and surrounding area of southwestern Pennsylvania face complex water quality problems. This report finds that a watershed-based approach is needed to effectively meet water quality standards…

Faster progress in plant biology research could benefit agriculture, the environment, medicine, and our understanding of biological processes. This book describes the impediments to greater achievements in plant science and…

Chemistry plays a key role in conquering diseases and addressing environmental problems. This field struggles to position itself to meet the needs of the future. The National Research Council conducted…

Offers a comprehensive look at how earth science is practiced and what should be done to train professionals and adequately equip them to find the answers necessary to manage more…