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February 13, 2018

What impact does government-funded basic research have on the economy? -- Ask a Scientist


What impact does government-funded basic research have on the economy? Dr. Lara Philips Schroeder, Founder and CEO of Spheryx Inc., answers your question in this edition of Ask a Scientist.

Spheryx is supported by America’s Seed Fund powered by the National Science Foundation, a nearly $200 million program that awards research and development grants to small businesses and startups, transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial and societal impact. To learn more visit: https://seedfund.nsf.gov/.

Original air date: February 13, 2018

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