Science and Technology in the USSR (Longman Guide to World Science and Technology, Volume 6) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0582900530 ISBN 13: 9780582900530

Publisher: Longman, 1988

Synopsis

Since Gorbachev came to power in the Soviet Union in 1985, reforms have affected almost every aspect of Soviet society. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN THE USSR presents up-to-date information for Western scientists, technologists and industrialists on the changes which have been taking place in Soviet science together with current research and development programmes, new directions and details on the organizations involved in carrying them out. This book will be read and used by corporate sales organizations, policy makers and students of modern Russia.The first part of the book gives a general organizational description of Soviet science and technology covering the historical background, the administration and planning of science, the roles of the Academy of Sciences, the ministerial research network and the higher educational system, together with details of the provision of finance, manpower and equipment for scientific development.The second part includes detailed studies of specific fields by a team of contributors mathematics, physics, astronomy, space research, chemical studies, earth sciences, marine sciences, ' biotechnology, medical research, civilian and military engineering, computers, energy technology, transport, agriculture and forestry, conservation and environmental protection.

Edition details

• Publisher: Longman
• Publication date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0582900530
• ISBN 13: 9780582900530
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 405
• Editor: Berry Michael J. A.