The goal of theory is to understand how the fundamental laws of physics and chemistry give rise to the features of the universe. We recommend that NASA establish independent theoretical research programs in planetary sciences and in astrophysics similar to the solar-system plasma-physics theory program, which is characterized by stable, long-term support for theorists in university departments, NASA centers, and other organizations engaged in research in topics relevant to present and future space-derived data. We recommend that NASA keep these programs under review to fully benefit from the resulting research and to assure opportunities for inflow of new ideas and investigators. We recommend that provision be made by NASA for the computing needs of the theorists in the programs. We recommend that NASA involve knowledgeable theorists in mission planning activities at all levels, from the formulation of long-term scientific strategies through the planning and operation of specific missions.


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    Titel :

    Role of Theory in Space Science


    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1983


    Format / Umfang :

    91 pages


    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch