The Max-Planck-Gesellschaft and Its Role in German Science,

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Abstract:

This report concerns the organizational structure of the Max Planck Gesellschaft MPG and its role in the determination and implementation of West German scientific policy. After a review of the history of the MPG from 1911 to the present, its democratic organizational form, operating principles, sources of funding, and relationships with the German universities are discussed. The Society attempts to develop new research areas through the provision of optimum research environment for outstanding scientists in its 50 highly diversified, semi-autonomous research interests.

Author(s):
Bishop, S. G.
Author Organization(s):
OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH LONDON (ENGLAND)
Pagination:
0022

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ONRL-R-12-74
 Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Autonomy
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*MANAGEMENT, *SCIENTIFIC ORGANIZATIONS, *SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, POLICIES, ENVIRONMENTS, UNIVERSITIES, FINANCE, WEST GERMANY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management
Keyword(s):
Max Planck Gesellschaft
Report Date:
1974 Oct 15