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Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences

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The committee will explore key research areas in which the interaction of physical and life sciences is needed for scientific advancement.

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The committee will explore key research areas in which the interaction of physical and life sciences is needed for scientific advancement. The committee will:1. Develop a conceptual framework for research at the intersection of the physical and life sciences and conduct an assessment of current work.2. Identify high priority research opportunities at this intersection, articulate the potential benefits to society, and recommend strategies for realizing them. 3. Explore ways to enable and enhance effective interactions between the life and physical sciences to address the most compelling opportunities. Enabling mechanisms include facilitating collaboration, education, training, instrumentation, and infrastructure.The project is sponsored by the Department of Energy, the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, and the Research Corporation.The approximate start date for the project is June 1, 2007.A report will be issued at the end of the project in approximately 18 months.

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Note (10-17-2007): There has been a change in committee membership with the appointment of Graham Fleming and Dianne Newman.

Sponsors

Burroughs Wellcome Fund

Department of Energy

Department of Health and Human Services

National Science Foundation

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James Lancaster

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