International developments in the information technologies: the Mosaic group at the University of Arizona

The Mosaic research group at the University of Arizona applies a combination of foreign-area studies and technology assessment to the study of international developments in the information technologies, focusing on the Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, and the People's Republic of China. The work of Mosaic group members is well supported by an in-house collaborative research system. The authors present the group's research, background, organization, and future plans.<>