### Question
How is the "research" or "research and development" defined?


### Answer
The term **research" or "research and development** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 638* as follows -

> any activity which is (A) a systematic, intensive study directed toward greater knowledge or understanding of the subject studied

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 638*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 14A-AID TO SMALL BUSINESS**

