Presidential Science Adviser John Holdren (broadcast Friday, May 8th, 2009)

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President Obama has pledged to re-emphasize science and technology in America -- but can the administration deliver on that pledge, especially when faced with war and a beleaguered economy? In this hour, Ira talks with John Holdren, the president's chief science adviser, about the administration's strategy for supporting research in the US, addressing climate change, and the road ahead for NASA.

Guests

John Holdren
Director, Office of Science and Technology Policy
Executive Office of the President
Washington, DC

Related Links

• Office of Science and Technology Policy
• Holdren AAAS S&T Forum Keynote Address
• President Obama Addresses NAS Annual Meeting

Segment produced by:Shelley DuBois

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