The authors explore options for solving the Navy’s “big data” challenge, considering changes across four dimensions: people, tools and technology, data and data architectures, and demand and demand ma
RAND researchers recommend that China should create an innovative health care delivery model based on population health management principles and sophisticated health information technology, rather th
Discusses current Department of Defense programs and initiatives to improve diversity within the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce and offers recommendations for futur
The in-depth reference work “Media Facades – History, Technology and Content” is now sequelled by a stock take: what developments have there been in the last three years? Which kind of media facade ha
This book examines the strategic choices that American and Chinese decisionmakers face regarding sea power in the Western Pacific, shaped by geography, history, technology, and politics. In particular
To reduce the costs of maintaining the Aegis system, and to take advantage of rapidly evolving commercial computing technology, the U.S. Navy is moving toward open-architecture software, a common sour
An extensive survey of the specialist literature of reinforced concrete covering international development and practice. Covers the period which saw the understanding of the basic technology and its c
The U.S. Navy requires an agile and adaptable acquisition process that can field new information technology capabilities and services in relatively short and responsive time frames. A RAND study sough
The U.S. Army is in the midst of an unprecedented technical transformation as it rapidly adopts and adapts to cutting-edge science and technology to remain an effective and relevant fighting force. Th
This illustrated encyclopedia explores every aspect of human history from the growth of farming, work and trade through science, crafts and technology to the importance of art, culture and entertainme
"Consistent with U.S. Department of Defense acquisition policy since 2003, U.S. Army leadership has called for consideration of lifecycle cost at system design and technology development stages so tha
Congress requested a study of the future U.S. combat and tactical wheeled vehicle fleets to review and make suggestions regarding requirements; capability gaps; technology, operational, and business r
Kansas outdoorsmen/orienteers introduce the basics of the Global Positioning System (GPS) tool and advances in this navigation technology since the 2003 edition. Including information on the latest mo
The Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) develops, acquires, and maintains most Air Force systems and is tailoring its workforce to adapt to changes in technology, weapons, and battlefield requirements.
This valuable book draws on the author's long and varied experience in combustion technology and contains soundly-based engineering calculations in fire protection engineering based on start-of-the-ar
Presents case studies from states with exemplary practices in information technology governance to determine best practices for California's IT program.
This report examines the hazards that emergency responders face and the personal protective technology needed to contend with those hazards. Findings of the report are based on in-depth discussions wi
Crews and Thierer are directors of technology studies and telecommunications at the Cato Institute, a public policy research foundation dedicated to traditional American principles of limited governme
Conducted by RAND Science and Technology as part of its program of self-sponsored research, this report explores the threat of infectious disease to national security. Coverage includes a study of HI
A fascinating exploration of the relationship between cows and people looks at the impact of science, technology, and economic forces on cattle, and traces their impact on human history and society.
Kass, a noted teacher, scientist, and humanist, and Wilson, a political scientist, explore the ethics of human cloning, reproductive technology, and the teleology of human sexuality. Although in their
Reevaluates current information on UFOs to argue that extraterrestrial visitations, while not frequent and sometimes a hoax, have occurred and that the technology for interpreting UFO data is improvin
This study investigated the nature of the future combat air staff in the context of air war in the information age and how application of information-age technology could reduce deployment of personne
The 21st-Century Classroom takes readers on an idea-expanding journey that reassesses many of the sacred tenets of schooling. With the premise that technology is a powerful catalyst for learning, chap
The authors argue that the United States is entering a period of discontinuity in its defense planning, something that future historians may see as a planning crisis. The causes are technology diffusi
Colonel John Sheppard is buckling under the strain of command. He's determined to possess Ancient technology which can defeat the Asurans, no matter the cost. As tensions heighten between the two peop
Surfin' the Net! is an abbreviated, easy-to-understand reference for everyone who uses or is thinking of using the Internet. Surfin' the Net! provides the information you'll need to get connected and
The National Institute of Justice strives to assist criminal justice practitioners through research, development, and evaluation of technologies and methods. RAND researchers interviewed an extensive
In recent years, the RAND National Defense Research Institute has developed a simulation model that is capable of managing hundreds or thousands of officers individually according to complex laws, pol
Between 2003 and 2006, the price of titanium more than doubled. The authors attempt to answer four primary questions: What triggered this price surge? What are titanium1s future market prospects and e
Profiles the major scientific discoveries of human history, providing information chronicling the developments leading to such discoveries as air flight, evolution, electricity, and nuclear power.
This report documents the methods and findings of RAND research on the adequacy of the defense industrial base to support further construction of aircraft carriers and on the cost, schedule, and techn
Reviews and analyzes how the U.S. Department of Defense and the Federal Emergency Management Agency work together to plan and execute disaster response activities, and recommends areas for improvement
Grab your pens and color pencils and relax as you explore his beautiful and intricate illustrations. Leave your worries behind and color your stress away.
This report documents the Federal Voting Assistance Program’s efforts to align its strategy and operations to better serve its mission and stakeholders, and set its own course, greet change, and commu
