Journal of Dental Research, Vol 56, 352-355, Copyright © 1977 by International & American Associations for Dental Research Online Journals
Research and development contracting at the National Institute of Dental Research
J. F. Goggins
Government contracting for biomedical research and development is a
cooperative venture of high public visibility. It must be soundly
conceived, openly instituted, and skillfully managed. Because of the
cooperative nature of contract activities, it is important for the
scientific community to understand the contract mechanism and the concepts
upon which its use is based. Therefore, these concepts are described and
how this mechanism serves as an aid in accomplishing the mission of the
National Institute of Dental Research is discussed.