Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation: America's Science and Technology Talent at the Crossroads

摘要

;Contents: Summary; Introduction (A Strong Science and Engineering Workforce, Dimensions of the Problem); Becoming Scientists and Engineers (Preparation , Access and Motivation, Affordability, Academic and Social Support); Conclusion (The Journey Beyond the Crossroads, Recommendations and Implementation Actions); Bibliography; Appendixes A Charge to the Study Committee, B U.S. Senate Letter to the National Academy of Sciences, C Committee Member Biographies, D Agendas for Public Meetings, E Recommendations on STEM Education from Rising Above the Gathering Storm, F Ingredients for Success in STEM, G Baccalaureate Origins of Underrepresented Minority PhDs, H An Agenda for Future Research.