### Question
How does the law define applied research?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 6971*, **applied research** is defined as:

> research that includes expansion of the findings of fundamental research to uncover practical ways in which new knowledge can be advanced to benefit individuals and society

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 6971*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 98-DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE REORGANIZATION > SUBCHAPTER VI-RESEARCH, EDUCATION, AND ECONOMICS**

