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Tech
More R&D spending proposed, earmarks criticized
Overall science funding request is flat, but non-defense R&D nevertheless would be boosted 1.9 percent.
News
Administration releases details on competitiveness initiative
Energy Department to request $4.1 billion for program announced in State of the Union speech.
Defense
Cyber crime is growing more professional, officials say
Agencies are working together more closely to fight the problem but more cooperation is needed, acting chief of DHS’ cybersecurity division says.
Defense
New biometrics group focuses on frequent fliers
Group will advise the government on credentialing programs, including the registered traveler system.
Defense
Research funds headed for small, but noticeable, cuts
Cuts will leave most agencies’ research coffers flat, but are not as deep as some in science community had feared.
News
Science, tech programs fare well in 2006 spending bill
National Science Foundation slated to see a 3 percent increase over fiscal 2005.
Defense
Systems cannot combat flu pandemic, health officials say
Problem is not tracking influenza but getting critical information on outbreaks to doctors and local emergency responders.
Management
Report: Patent office should become federal corporation
Agency needs CEO with strong business experience, says National Academy of Public Administration.
News
Legislation to elevate cybersecurity post may die in Senate
Measure could whither even though lawmakers, the private sector and government officials that Homeland Security must do more to prevent cyber attacks.
Defense
Homeland Security doles out research money
With $1 billion advanced research budget, the agency has awarded 200 contracts out of 7,000 proposals.
