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Final OMB/OSTP Note
Final OMB/OSTP Note
The purpose of this report is to highlight ongoing Federal research efforts in this 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 determinant in an
overall Administration budget decision-making process. The research programs presented in this report will have to compete
for resources against many other high priority federal programs. If these programs compete successfully, they
will be reflected in future Administration budgets.