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... It provides preliminary recommendations related to work in each of the four main atmospheric-science foci of SASS: laboratory studies; two groups of observations designed to increase our knowledge of relevant processes in the troposphere (chemical and radiative) ; and the Global Modeling Initiative.
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... In addition to making these scientific recommendations, the panel recommends two important program-management steps. To achieve the desired results from the SASS project, and to employ the available funds most effectively, it is essential that AEAP first draw up and execute an adequately detailed, prioritized, unambiguous research working strategy and plan.
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