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Bits of Power: Issues in Global Access to Scientific Data
Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Engineering and Physical Sci (Author), Commission on Physical Sciences Mathemat (Author)
ISBN: 0309056357     ISBN-13: 9780309056359
Publisher: National Academies Press
OUR PRICE:   $71.25  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: September 1997
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Annotation: "Bits of Power" assesses the state of international exchange of data in the natural sciences, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and challenges. The book makes recommendations about access to scientific data derived from public funding, examining trends in electronic transfer and management, pressure toward commercialization, and improving access to scientific data by and from the developing world.
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BISAC Categories:
- Science | Research & Methodology
- Law | Intellectual Property - Patent
Dewey: 501.4
LCCN: 97004836
Physical Information: 0.88" H x 6.32" W x 9.34" (1.24 lbs) 250 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Developing World
 
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Publisher Description:

Since Galileo corresponded with Kepler, the community of scientists has become increasingly international. A DNA sequence is as significant to a researcher in Novosibirsk as it is to one in Pasadena. And with the advent of electronic communications technology, these experts can share information within minutes. What are the consequences when more bits of scientific data cross more national borders and do it more swiftly than ever before? Bits of Power assesses the state of international exchange of data in the natural sciences, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and challenges. The committee makes recommendations about access to scientific data derived from public funding. The volume examines:

  • Trends in the electronic transfer and management of scientific data.
  • Pressure toward commercialization of scientific data, including the economic aspects of government dissemination of the data.
  • The implications of proposed changes to intellectual property laws and the role of scientists in shaping legislative and legal solutions.
  • Improving access to scientific data by and from the developing world.

Bits of Power explores how these issues have been addressed in the European Community and includes examples of successful data transfer activities in the natural sciences. The book will be of interest to scientists and scientific data managers, as well as intellectual property rights attorneys, legislators, government agencies, and international organizations concerned about the electronic flow of scientific data.