### Question
Can you define what research” or “research and development means?


### Answer
**Research” or “research and development** is defined as the following in *15 U.S.C. § 638*:

> 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**

