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Science emerges from the `dark age' of the Ceausescus.

Authors :
Koenig, Robert
Source :
Science. 6/19/1998, Vol. 280 Issue 5371, p1829-1830. 2p. 2 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Describes the state of scientific research in Romania as of June 19, 1998. Science policy under former leaders Nicolae and Elena Ceausescu; Science following the Ceausescu's executions in 1989; Romania's proud history of research; Crumbling scientific infrastructure; Inability to buy new equipment for research; Other funding difficulties; Role of the Romanian Academy; Government's enthusiasm for applied research versus basic.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368075
Volume :
280
Issue :
5371
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Science
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
775404
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1126/science.280.5371.1829