Defending the Nation: U.S. Policymaking to Create Scientists and Engineers from Sputnik to the 'War Against Terrorism'

By Juan C. Lucena

Book Overview

Defending the Nation is a cultural history of science and engineering (S&E) policymaking in the United States from World War II to the post 9/11 era. With thorough analysis of S&E policy, this book argues that powerful individuals and social groups have significantly influenced the education and training of scientists and engineers. This book provides policymakers, scientists, engineers, and educators with a deeper knowledge on which to build their reform agendas for the future.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761831568
• ISBN13: 9780761831563
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: University Press of America
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.3"