At the Forefront of International Science and Technology Policy
Education Scientific and technological advances provide the
basis of international competitiveness and account for the bulk
of national growth and the improvement of the quality of life
around the world. The ability to create, adapt, and adopt new
technologies defines modern societies. In today's global
environment, the need for innovation is essential for solving
societal problems and staying ahead of competition. Developments
in information technology, space exploration, genetic
modification and advances in material science are governed and
shaped by institutions that set science and technology policy.
Innovation for a Secure Future Ray O. Johnson, Senior Vice
President and Chief Technology Officer, Lockheed Martin
Corporation, discusses the relationships between universities
and industry and the importance of both for a secure future.