William T. Golden, Key Science Adviser, Is Dead at 97

New York Times obituary.

Among a great many activities in support of science and science policy in the United States, William Golden played a key role in the creation of the U.S. National Science Foundation, and the posts of science advisors in the White House and State Department. He is credited with helping to create the AAAS fellowship programs which have brought thousands of scientists to Washington to learn about and be involved in government policy processes (while he served in key roles in the governance of the AAAS). He also is credited for creation of the Carnegie Group which allows ministers of science from the G8 countries to meet regularly on an informal basis.