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The Benefits of Government-Funded Research

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Pick a government funded research program: How does government funded research, help to enhance military power and enhance economic competitiveness?

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An example of a government-funded research program, would be the exoskeleton research program conducted by researchers at MIT and other major universities. This program promotes the development and enhancement of an exoskeleton suit that can be worn by soldiers, that will multiply their strength and endurance by a factor of 10 or more. This research and other government-funded research helps to enhance military power, by increasing technological ...

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