The Role of Social Science Research Institutes in the Formulation and Execution of Soviet Foreign Policy.

摘要

This study examines the role of selected Soviet social science research institutes in the administration of Soviet foreign policy. The history, organization and fields of research of a number of Soviet institutes with greatest foreign policy impact are documented, along with biographical and career patterns of key institute personnel and other important figures in Soviet social science. In addition, this study describes Soviet social science research methods and approaches employed in current analysis of the United States and the systemic competition with the West.