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

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.Lucena, Juan C. is the author of 'Defending the Nation U.S. Policymaking to Create Scientists And Engineers from Sputnik to the 'War Against Terrorism'', published 0014 under ISBN 9780761831570 and ISBN 0761831576.