Session L4: Women in Science Policy

3:15 PM–5:00 PM, Sunday, April 23, 2006
Hyatt Regency Dallas - Marsalis A

Sponsoring Units: CSWP FPS
Chair: Marc Sher, William and Mary

Abstract ID: BAPS.2006.APR.L4.1

Abstract: L4.00001 : What the Heck is Science Policy and Who Really Does It?

3:15 PM–3:40 PM

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Author:

  Amy Flatten
    (American Physical Society)

The objective of this discussion is to provide graduate students and others with insights regarding careers in science policy--how a scientific graduate degree can lead to opportunities beyond the laboratory, combining scientific expertise with diverse interests such as business, international affairs and national security. The topics covered will include: 1) an overview of the U.S. Government bodies and other stakeholders involved in science policy development; 2) case studies to exemplify the ``process'' of science policy formulation; and 3) where/how one might explore a career in science policy. The speaker served from 1999-2004 with White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

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