Undoubtedly the government support and co-operation with basic science has led to many enterprises like the internet,space programs, and other engineering and technological advancements.It appears that non-psychology basic science attracts enterpreneurs who cautilize findings to practical uses and becomes a part of the market economy. But what has basic psychology science contributed to the market? Show me (I went to Mizzou) a company on the stock market that can say that their products came directly from a behavioral scientist doing basic research? This leads me to re-emphasize my position that whereas basic research in psychology leads to the understanding of behavior,and I have no objection to funding by private sources,I do not support government funding of basicpsychological research( golden fleece comes to mind) that would not contribute to the betterment of society,not to mention a lack of interests by investors. Some researchers in sleep and memory could probably develop investment projects,but as far as I am concerned behavioral scientists have failed to incorporate a free-competitive market model.Basic behavioral scientists are good at coming up with assessment tools,so maybe they can become enterpreneurs for their findings.Maybe all those profs emeriti,experts.basic researchers can begin constructing communities named Behavioral Habitats for Hunanity. Investors anyone?
Michael Sylvester,PhD Daytona Beach,Florida --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
