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Art. 2

Definitions

In this Act:

a.

scientific research (research) means the method-based search for new knowledge; it covers in particular:

1.

basic research: research, the main goal of which is to gain knowledge,

2.

applied research: research, the main goal of which is to contribute solutions to practical problems;

b.

science-based innovation (innovation) means the development of new products, methods, processes and services in industry and society through research, particularly applied research and the exploitation of its results.

Legal act context
SR 420.1 · RIPA · Federal act · Federal Act of 14 December 2012 on the Promotion of Research and Innovation (RIPA)
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Chapter 1 General Provisions
Language
English (en)
Data status
2026-02-01

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