Evaluation of Chemical and Atmospheric Sciences Research
Abstract
The National Research Council (NRC), through its Board on Chemical Sciences and Technology (BCST) provided the AFOSR Directorate of Chemical and Atmospheric Sciences with external scientific review of research proposals, program assessments, and advice. The work was carried out (with assistance by BCST staff) by volunteer panels that were appointed according to NRC procedures. The scope of these panels included the chemical and atmospheric sciences research programs administered jointly by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) and the Air Force Astronautics Laboratory. Standing panels were established for three reviewing areas: Atmospheric Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and High Energy Density Materials (HEDM). The purposes of this project were to: assist the AFOSR in evaluating research proposals for scientific merit via peer review, conduct overall evaluations of research programs of the Directorate; and, to undertake special studies upon request by the Directorate, upon approval by the NRC governance. The three panels conducted convened-group review of 449 research proposals, based on 1,671 reviews received from 814 reviewers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA241610
Entities
People
- Douglas J. Raber