Basic research has driven major leaps forward--including mapping of the human genome, vaccines, breakthroughs in cancer research, and energy storage technology and the creation of the internet, laser, MRI and GPS.
Listing significant advancements driven by basic research funded by the government.
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my commitment to deliver for the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Project has never wavered
In New Mexico, we have got not only the resources, but the skilled workers from the oil and gas industry.
I want you to become personally familiar with this facility and its challenges. Will you commit to doing that?
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