Preserving Scientific Data on Our Physical Universe: A New Strategy for Archivingthe Nation's Scientific Information Resources

摘要

This book advises the National Archives and Records Administration and federalR&D agencies on the long-term retention of scientific and technical data, particularly in electronic formats. It proposes the creation of a National Scientific Information Resource Federation, which would apply a strategic data life-cycle management plan to better link the government's existing scientific data holdings and improve public access to those holdings.