Technology Policies and Issues for the U.S. Government

Technology Policies and Issues for the U.S. Government Synopsis

This book examines technology policies and issues for the U.S. Government. Topics discussed include the appointment of a federal chief technology officer (CTO) during the Obama administration; U.S. initiatives to promote global internet freedom; biotechnology in animal agriculture; industrial competitiveness and technological advancement; the Federal Networking and Information Technology Research and Development program, as well as an overview of the National Nanotechnology Initiative.