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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34503 - Science, Technology, and American Diplomacy: Background and Issues for Congress
29-Jun-2009; Deborah D. Stine; 16 p.
 Update: Previous Releases:
February 3, 2009
June 20, 2008
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Abstract: Science and engineering activities have always been international. Scientists, engineers, and health professionals frequently communicate and cooperate with one another without regard to national boundaries. This report discusses international science and technology (S&T) diplomacy, instances whe.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Science & Technology, Government, International
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL33801 - Carbon Capture and Sequestrian (CCS)
19-Jun-2009; Peter Folger; 31 p.
 Update: Previous releases:
June 10, 2008
February 23, 2009
February 7, 2008
August 13, 2007
January 17, 2007
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Abstract: Carbon capture and sequestration (or storage)—known as CCS—has attracted interest as a measure for mitigating global climate change because large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from fossil fuel use in the United States are potentially available to be captured and stored underground or pr.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Energy, Science & Technology
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34497 - Advanced Research Projects Agency- Energy (ARPA-E): Background, Status, and Selected Issues for Congress
29-Apr-2009; Deborah D. Stine; 34 p.
 Update: Previous Editions:
August 12, 2008
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Abstract: In August 2007, Congress authorized the establishment of the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) within the Department of Energy (DOE) as part of the America COMPETES Act (P.L. 110-69). Modeled on the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ARPA-E would support transfor.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Energy, Legislative, Science & Technology
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL33334 - Biotechnology in Animal Agriculture: Status and Current Issues
11-Feb-2009; Geoffrey S. Becker and Tadlock Cowan ; 24 p.
 Update: Previous Releases:
September 23, 2008
January 17, 2008
February 21, 2007
June 2, 2006
March 27, 2006

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Abstract: Animal agriculture is being transformed by rapid advances in biotechnology — a term that encompasses a variety of technologies, including genetic engineering (GE), genetic modification, transgenics, recombinant DNA techniques, and cloning, among others. Producers are interested in the application.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Agriculture, Science & Technology

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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34736 - The President's Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP): Issues for Congress
20-Mar-2009; Deborah D. Stine; 40 p.
 Abstract: Congress established the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) through the National Science and Technology Policy, Organization, and Priorities Act of 1976 (P.L. 94-282). The act states that “The primary function of the OSTP Director is to provide, within the Executive Office of the Pres.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Science & Technology, Government
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34448 - Federal Research and Development Funding: FY2009
17-Mar-2009; John F. Sargent, Christine M. Matthews, John D. Moteff, Daniel Morgan, Robert Esworthy, Wendy H. Schacht, Pamela W. Smith, Wayne A. Morrissey; 62 p.
 Update: Previous Editions:
August 15, 2008
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Abstract: President Bush has proposed total research and development (R&D) funding of $147.0 billion in his FY2009 budget request to Congress, a $3.9 billion (2.7%) increase over the estimated FY2008 level of $143.1 billion. Five federal agencies would receive 92.8% of total federal R&D spending: the Depar.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Federal Agencies, Legislative, Science & Technology
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go directly to report, PDF _ RS22818 - National Aeronautics and Space Administration: Overview, FY2009 Budget, and Issues for Congress
6-Mar-2009; Daniel Morgan, Carl E. Behrens; 10 p.
 Abstract: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) conducts U.S. civilian space and aeronautics activities. For FY2009, the Bush Administration requested $17.614 billion for NASA, an increase of 1.8% from the FY2008 appropriation of $17.309 billion. The House Appropriations Committee recomm.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Federal Agencies, Science & Technology
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34539 - The U.S. Science and Technology Workforce
3-Mar-2009; Deborah D. Stine and Christine M. Matthews; 15 p.
 Update: Previous Editions:
June 20, 2008
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Abstract: In the 21st century, global competition and rapid advances in science and technology will challenge the scientific and technical proficiency of the U.S. workforce. The 110th Congress is currently discussing policy actions that could enhance the nation’s science and technology (S&T) workforce — de.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Science & Technology, General
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL34403 - Whales and Sonar: Environmental Exemptions for the Navy’s Mid-Frequency Active Sonar Training Program
18-Feb-2009; Kristina Alexander; 18 p.
 Update: Previous Editions:
September 27, 2009
April 15, 2008
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Abstract: Mid-frequency active (MFA) sonar emits pulses of sound from an underwater transmitter to help determine the size, distance, and speed of objects. The sound waves bounce off objects and reflect back to underwater acoustic receivers as an echo. MFA sonar has been used since World War II, and the Na.... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Natural Resources, Science & Technology
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go directly to report, PDF _ RL33347 - Pipeline Safety and Security: Federal Programs
17-Feb-2009; Paul W. Parfomak; 21 p.
 Update: Previous editions:
February 29, 2008
February 26, 2007
October 11, 2006

Previous Releases:
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Abstract: Nearly half a million miles of oil and gas transmission pipeline crisscross the United States. While an efficient and fundamentally safe means of transport, many pipelines carry hazardous materials with the potential to cause public injury and environmental damage. The nation’s pipeline networks .... [expand]  [read report]
Topics: Natural Resources, Science & Technology, Government

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