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this purpose which does not state the precise use, but allows for identification of contract 

 topics during the budget year. The Congress could be involved in oversight of this program, 

 if desired, to assure that its intent is maintained. 



Research contracts would not replace, but augment the award of research grants by CSRS 

 and other parts of the federal system. In contrast to this program, grants draw on the 

 creativity of the scientist(s) who make the proposal and provide more flexibility in exploring 

 avenues of greatest promise as results become available. 



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