§ 3702. Purpose
It is the purpose of this chapter to improve the economic, environmental, and social well-being of the United States by—
(3)
stimulating improved utilization of federally funded technology developments, including inventions, software, and training technologies, by State and local governments and the private sector;
(4)
providing encouragement for the development of technology through the recognition of individuals and companies which have made outstanding contributions in technology; and
(5)
encouraging the exchange of scientific and technical personnel among academia, industry, and Federal laboratories.