Science education
Building a culture of innovation is a science - the
science of making people aware of the importance of
discovery to the world around us. Here are some
organizations that are committed to promoting science
and technology. So that all of us, including our youth,
may embrace these important disciplines.
Q In general, how do you see Canada doing in the
translation of research into application?
A This is an area where we typically do the Canadian
thing: beat ourselves up about our supposed failings. I
don't think that we're doing any better or worse than
other countries because, in general, translating
research findings into clinical practice or policy or
into products is a tough, frustrating, often
contradictory process no matter where you are on the
planet.
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The Government of Ontario has invested more than $3.2
billion in research over the past 10 years
(1997-2007).
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