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III. Summary of Principal Recommendations
Pages 9-11

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... 2. Cosmic-RaY Studies Cosmic rays carry in the details of their composition and energy spectra unique information about the origin of the elements, the mechanism of supernova explosions, the nature of cosmic particle accelerators, and the properties of the interstellar environment.
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... These include a variety of specialized investigations that require Explorer-class space missions. We recommend that the funding level of the Explorer satellite program be augmented to support a sequence of specialized high-energy astronomy missions at a rate of one every two Year S and that the Extreme Ultraviolet and the X-Ray Timing Explorer missions be started at the earliest possible times.
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... 3. Increased Support for Theoretical High-Energy Astrophysics Supporting research and technology, analysis of data from ongoing or recently completed missions, and theoretical research related to but not necessarily tied to specific projects are essential components of a productive national program in high energy astronomy.
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