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An S&T system is a mechanism in which resources are invested on the basis of social understandi ng/agreement, human resources are developed, a necessary infrastructure is constructed, R&D is ac tivated, and the results are enjoyed by society.
Accordingly, the system comprises four major parts: an R&D system, a training system for S& T related personnel, maintenance of facilities for promoting S&T, and an interface between indust ry and society. In order to upgrade S&T activities and accelerate social restorations, Japan will reform its S&T system while expanding its investment through the following initiatives: enrichin g its human resources and infrastructure, conducting high-quality R&D, generating world-class ach ievements, transferring them to industry and society, and explaining these activities to the public.
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