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Basic research advances science, and can also have broader impacts on modern society

  • Written by Bruce J. MacFadden, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Florida
Basic research advances science, and can also have broader impacts on modern societyAs charismatic animals, sharks can stimulate interest in science, research and technology. Florida Museum (Kristin Grace photo)

It might seem surprising, but federal research funding isn’t just for scientists. A component of many federal grants that support basic research requires that discoveries be shared with nonscientists. This component,...

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