research

Definition/Scope: All effort directed toward increased knowledge of natural phenomena and environment and toward the solution of problems in all fields of science.

Used For:

R&D
RDT&E
research and development
research and development, test and evaluation

Acronym:

RDT&E

Narrower Terms:

aeronautical research
astronautical research
biological research
energy research
feasibility studies
fuel research
independent research and development
marketing research companies
medical research
military research
nuclear research
operations research
peace research
research institutes
space research
study groups

Related Terms:

Cold Regions Test Center
Developmental Test Command
Electronic Proving Ground
pilot projects
reachback
Redstone Technical Test Center
research and development contracts