Will Scientists Cast Their Votes?
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With science and technology high on the agenda of the new US administration, scientists should welcome the opportunity to influence policy. However, few academic scientists seem to be noticing proposals posted for public comment on the Federal Register that concern the application of science to society.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Cell
دوره 137 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2009