International cooperative--collaborative perspectives - Superconductive science and technology

This paper discusses the achievements of Applied Superconductivity over the past 25 years and a brief outline of the present technical and commercial status of the field. Special attention is paid to the role of International collaboration and cooperation in superconducting research. The main topics covered include applications of superconductivity to Energy Technology, Particle Physics, Medical Equipment and Electronics. Natural resource limitations are discussed and some future application areas are suggested.