<div><h1> UNIVERSITY RESEARCH IS PART OF THE SOLUTION </h1><p>"How Science Can Create Millions of New Jobs" ("The Future of Tech," Cover Story, Sept. 7) makes some important points about the decline of funding for basic research in the U.S. But it tells only part of the tale.</p><p>
While corporate spending on research has declined, federally sponsored research at universities continues to provide the fuel for business growth. Witness the university research that has led to such marketplace innovations as computer graphics, nanotechnology, robotics, and heat-resistant crops.</p><p>
Let's acknowledge that universities are doing their part.</p><p>
Stephen Philip Johnson</p><p>
Vice-President Government & Community Relations Cornell University</p><p>
ITHACA, N.Y. </p><img src="http://admatch-syndication.mochila.com/images/ad.gif?aid=60698963&bid=informcom" /></div><div id="copyright"><div>

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