Provide leadership in support of research, policy, and practice that improves reading instruction and supports the best interests of all learners and reading professionals. (lareading.org)
With the end of the cold war, national defense has given way to international competitiveness as the theme for federal support of research. (scientificamerican.com)
Its program and record of activities demonstrate interest in or substantial support of research, publications, or teaching in science or the advancement of science. (aaas.org)