The university is seeking $100 million in Federal money for the center over the next six years.

Other major universities have been seeking these in recent years.

"The university sought to do the right thing," he said.

Universities also must seek state, Federal and private funds, he said.

The university sought to use the Biosphere's problems to understand the earth better.

In the past decade, the university has sought to develop a stronger international focus.

He said the university would seek a hearing before an administrative law judge and then might appeal to the full labor board in Washington.

The University seeks the best available candidate, with an international reputation in scholarship and research.

The university is seeking other financing so it can restore participation to its original level.

The university is seeking a patent on the technology.