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8 Summary of Conclusions and Recommendations
Pages 70-73

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... These revolutionary changes can result from basic research, applied research, or technology development (Sidebar 8-1~. HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS AND BENEFITS Finding.
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... Geological, geohydrological, geochemical, and environmental models of ore deposits Biomedical, biochemical, and biophysical Sciences Applied Research X X X X X X X X X Characterization -geology (including geologic maps) , hydrology, process X X X X mineralogy, rock properties, soils, cross-borehole techniques, etc.
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... A portion of the federal funding for basic research and long-term development should be devoted to achieving revolutionary advances with potential to provide substantial benefits to both the mining industry and the public. Federal funding may be directed to agencies responsible for basic and applied research, including the Departments of Energy, Agriculture, Defense, Commerce, Health and Human Services, Interior, and Transportation, and NSF, EPA, and NASA.
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... The Mining Industries of the Future Program is subject to management and oversight by the Department of Energy and receives guidance from the National Mining Association and its Technology Committee. The committee recognizes that the research and technology needs of the mining industries draw upon many disciplines, ranging from basic sciences to applied health, safety, and environmental concerns.
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