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• Foster communications between academic scientists and the government and 

 private sectors Our scientists cannot know where cooperation is possible unless 

 they are aware of the key problems in the other sectors. When they find good 

 matches for their skills, they will very likely contribute to solving problems, in 

 addition, it is impoilant that all sectors understand each other's procedures and 

 long-term motivations. Perhaps local symposia of personnel exchanges will be 

 effective for this purpose. 



• Encourage managers at governmental facilities and in business to seek partnerships 

 in the private or academic sector In the long run, this policy could prevent the 

 establishment of duplicative capabilities, and allow more efficient solutions. These 

 partnerships could involve personnel, facilities or both. 



• Getting specific jobs accomplished oflen requires passing money from the business 

 or governmental sectors to the academic sector In some cases, such as with the 

 Office of Naval Research, the financial arrangements work very smoothly. ONR 

 has an outstanding track record (as does NSF) for ensuring the quality and 

 timeliness of research activities and I would encourage adoption of similar 

 straightforward procedures on a broader scale. Any changes, of course, should 

 not be made without due accountability and protection for those providing funds. 



I believe that there is a good deal of potential for expanding regional partnerships among 

 business, government and the academic community. In today's fiscal climate, there appears to be 

 a good deal of motivation on all sides for expanding these tics. With better communications and 

 lowered institutional barriers, I expect to see a substantial growth of partnerships on a regional 

 basis. 



