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5. Hatch Act funds to the state experiment stations and state funds have 

 provided the scientific base that has made it possible for the stations to con- 

 tribute to federal agency missions. This has been possible through use of spe- 

 cial grants that further the mission of the federal agency, when consistent with 

 the goals of the stations. 



6. Federal funds to the experiment stations have stimulated an increase in 

 the amount of effort devoted to basic research. At the present time, about 35 

 percent of the resources available are devoted to basic research. 



7. The system of federal administration that has evolved provides checks 

 and balances through research project and program review and reporting in a 

 systematic manner. Emphasis in review of proposed research and research in 

 progress is an improved quality. Nearly a 20 percent annual turnover in Hatch 

 research projects presents opportunity for maintaining a viable program. Cur- 

 rently, efforts are directed to a concentration of research efforts at the state 

 statiohs to provide more adequate support for research of the highest priority. 



8. The experiment station institutional grant under the Hatch Act authori- 

 zation has been an effective procedure for progress in science and for the de- 

 velopment of scientists through participation as graduate students under the 

 supervision of station staff scientists. 



9. Agricultural research has contributed to the economic development of 

 the United States. Benefits extend to all the people of this country. In addition, 

 the export of food and agricultural technology is contributing to the development 

 of other nations. 



10. The experiment station experience indicates there is a greater oppor- 

 tunity for increased research effectiveness by careful planning and coordination 

 of research effort and attacking problems of regional significance through the 

 joint effort of several states and the federal government at a limited number of 



locations. 



11. Development of knowledge for effective use of the resources of the sea 

 to contribute to the solution of problems of mankind represents a challenge that 

 merits the cooperation of the Government and the universities to develop rela- 

 tionships that will result in greater progress. 



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