Biotechnology for the 21st Century: New Horizons

摘要

The purpose of this report is to highlight ongoing Federal research efforts inthis science and technology (S&T) field and to identify new and promising areas where there might be gaps in Federal support. The report is intended for internal planning purposes within the Federal agencies and as a mechanism to convey to the S&T community the types of research and research priorities being sponsored and considered by the Federal agencies. The Administration is committed to a broad range of high priority investments (including science and technology), as well as to deficit reduction, and to a smaller, more efficient Federal government. These commitments have created a very challenging budget environment-requiring difficult decisions and a well thought-out strategy to ensure the best return for the nation's taxpayer. As part of this strategy, this document does not represent the final determiniation in an overall Administration budget decision making process. The research programs presented in this report will have to complete for resources against many other high priority Federal programs. If these programs complete successfully, they will be reflected in future Administration budgets.