Subcommittee Supports S&T Cooperation

Subcommittee Chairman Brian Baird stating the importance of nongovernmental organizations and universities in international science and technology cooperation

On July 15, Subcommittee Members examined the role of U.S. nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and universities in working with the federal government to foster international cooperation in science and technology. Universities and NGOs play a vital role in cultivation innovation and promoting science diplomacy.

“While I often emphasize the diplomatic benefits of international S&T cooperation, there are many compelling reasons for the U.S. public and private sectors alike to make S&T cooperation a national priority. The major challenges faced by our nation are the major challenges faced by the entire globe, and the U.S. cannot effectively pursue solutions on its own,” stated Subcommittee Chairman Brian Baird.

Previously, the Subcommittee reviewed the how federal agencies prioritize science and technology cooperation programs and the visa process for foreign science and engineering students and scholars.

Recent Research and Science Education Hearings and Markups

July 15, 2008
The Role of Non-Governmental Organizations and Universities in International Science and Technology Cooperation

May 8, 2008
Fulfilling the Potential of Women in Academic Science and Engineering Act of 2008

Subcommittee Jurisdiction

Committee Rule 3(a)(3)

Legislative jurisdiction and general oversight and investigative authority on all matters relating to science policy and science education including:

Office of Science and Technology Policy;
all scientific research, and scientific and engineering resources (including human resources), math, science and engineering education;
intergovernmental mechanisms for research, development, and demonstration and cross-cutting programs;
international scientific cooperation;
National Science Foundation, including NSF earthquake programs;
university research policy, including infrastructure and overhead;
university research partnerships, including those with industry;
science scholarships;
issues relating to computers, communications, and information technology;
research and development relating to health, biomedical, and nutritional programs;
to the extent appropriate, agricultural, geological, biological and life sciences research; and
materials research, development, and demonstration and policy.