Bush official: Education key for growth in modeling, simulation

VIRGINIA BEACH

Efforts to grow computer modeling and simulation hinge on getting more young people to study math and science, a White House advisor said Monday at an industry leadership summit.

"Education and training need to be a major focus," said Charles Romine, senior policy analyst for the White House Office of Science and Technology.

Sponsored by the Washington-based National Training and Simulation Association, the summit at The Westin Hotel Virginia Beach Town Center attracted about 250 industry, government and academic representatives.

In Hampton Roads, officials aim to expand the field beyond defense work to include medicine, transportation, education and homeland security.