NASA science management in the planetary program : proposal and correspondence, 1966-1967.

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NASA science management in the planetary program : proposal and correspondence, 1966-1967.

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This collection includes four documents; a proposal with an accompanying document by Dr. Murray and two letters regarding that proposal. The report "NASA science management in the planetary program" presented to the PSAC space panel on April 10, 1967 accompanied by "Thoughts on initial structure and staffing of a hypothetical Institute for Planetary Exploration (IPE)" written on November 18, 1966 by Dr. Murray. Oran W. Nicks responds stating that the newly formed Planetary Mission Board fulfills the role of the IPE and a Dr. Murray responds that the Planetary Missions Board is not a scientific panel and does not take the place of the IPE.

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