Classification Codes

Tables

RFCD – Research Fields, Courses and Disciplines

SEO   – Socio-Economic Objective

Research Development Activity

There are four types of R&D activity as defined in the Australian Standard Research Classification.
Pure basic research is experimental and theoretical work undertaken to acquire new knowledge without looking for long term benefits other than the advancement of knowledge.
Strategic basic research is experimental and theoretical work undertaken to acquire new knowledge into specified broad areas in the expectation of useful discoveries. It provides the broad base of knowledge necessary for the solution of recognised practical problems.
Applied research is original work undertaken primarily to acquire new knowledge with a specific application in view. It is undertaken either to determine possible uses for the findings of basic research or to determine new ways of achieving some specific and predetermined objectives.
Experimental development is systematic work, using existing knowledge gained from research or practical experience for the purpose of creating new or improved products/processes.