Strategic Guidance for the National Science Foundation's Support of the Atmospheric Sciences An Interim Report (2005) / Chapter Skim
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1 Introduction
1 Introduction
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Better predictions imply better understanding and representation of the natural system, but success should be measured against the inherent mathematical predictability of the system. Thus, in the laboratory-based sciences, application of the scientific method implies the interplay between laboratory experiments and theory, whereas in the atmospheric sciences, the interplay is between iterative models (conceptual or mathematical)
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The strategies for conducting atmospheric research are determined by such considerations of how the scientific method is applied. ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES AT THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION NSF is responsible for the overall health of science and engineering across all disciplines and for ensunug the nation's supply of scientists, engineers, and science and engineering educators.
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es The pursuits taken to achieve the goals, including theoretical and laboratory research, field measurement programs, tech nology development, education and workforce programs, product development, and outreach. Mode s of sup port The p rag rammatic tools NSF employs to suppo rt the activities, including support for individual or multiple principal investiga tors (Pls)
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In particular, there have been significant advances in answenug fundamental scientific questions about the atmosphere, in utilizing new knowledge of the atmosphere to address societally relevant applications, and in educating a workforce to advance the science and its application. This conclusion was also the clear consensus of the many members of the broad atmospheric sciences community who have provided input to the committee's deliberations thus far.
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ATM will be better able to meet its objectives of supporting the atmospheric science research community if it has the flexibility to apply different modes and create new modes to address evolving needs. This flexibility is essential, given the evolving roles of other federal agencies, the private sector, and the intennahonal research efforts.
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The atmospheric sciences research community has benefited from the consistent professionalism and dedication of ATM staff over the past decades. Maintaining and renewing high-quality ATM staff with keen understanding of current scientific frontiers is essential to continued success of the field.
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. How should ATM engage the atmospheric research community in the development, execution, and evolution of its strategic plan?
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