The neglected heart of science policy: reconciling supply of and demand for science

@article{Sarewitz2007TheNH,
  title={The neglected heart of science policy: reconciling supply of and demand for science},
  author={Daniel R. Sarewitz and Roger A. Pielke},
  journal={Environmental Science \& Policy},
  year={2007},
  volume={10},
  pages={5-16}
}
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