This 5-year strategic plan detaisl the goals of the National Science Foundation, including goals for people, ideas, tools, organization, and investment. It emphasizes that although it is sometimes difficult to link specific research and education projects with longer term impacts, the overall linkage has been demonstrated time and again and underpins the public’s confidence in the value of science and engineering (S&E) research and education. This plan can be used as a reference or example for departments that are defining their mission, goals, and structure.
