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(d) The deliberate fostering of education and training in the 

 field of oceanography so as to assure an increasing flow of man- 

 power without prejudice to other fields of science. 



18. A major study is deemed necessary of Federal organization for 

 oceanographic research. The question should be explored whether 

 at this time, the objectives of program planning and coordination 

 would be best accomplished by the formation of a new, separate 

 agency, having responsibilit}' to coordmate all elements of the pro- 

 gram. Conduct of research and surveys, however, probably will be 

 continued by certain and perhaps all of the Government agencies now 

 having jurisdiction over particular sectors so as to assure prompt and 

 effective application in their fields of cognizance. 



19. The coordinating agency might solicit guidance from two sets 

 of advisory committees: the first composed of senior representatives 

 from those Federal agencies having jurisdiction over various segments 

 of the program to advise on operations, division of responsibilities, and 

 coordination; and the second comprising members of the scientific 

 community to evaluate and advise on program content. The Com- 

 mittee on Oceanography at the National Academv of Sciences would 

 appear well suited for this latter function. 



20. Because of the urgency for an enriched national program in 

 oceanography, funding almost certainly will be initially provided by 

 the Federal Government. American industry and commerce, how- 

 ever, are beneficiaries of results from basic research, generally, includ- 

 ing those from oceanic research. The new agency being considered 

 might establish still a third committee, including participants from in- 

 dustrial concerns, private foundations, etc., to examine means b}^ 

 which private capital and endowments could be attracted for the 

 sponsorship of research in the oceans so as to be an cfi^ective partner 

 with the Federal Government in the development of this program. 



